Gujarat Titans vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Highlights – IPL 2025 Match 51 Full Report | GT vs SRH Highlights, Scorecard, Analysis

Gujarat Titans vs Sunrisers Hyderabad – IPL 2025 Match 51 Full Report | GT vs SRH Highlights, Scorecard, Analysis

The 51st match of IPL 2025 delivered a power-packed showdown between the Gujarat Titans (GT) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at Ahmedabad. In a thrilling contest, GT emerged victorious by 38 runs, tightening their grip on the top of the points table. The Gujarat Titans not only posted a towering total but also backed it up with sharp fielding and clinical bowling, making it a one-sided affair by the end.

Gujarat Titans Set a Mammoth Total: 224/6 in 20 Overs

The Gujarat Titans, led by Shubman Gill, chose to bat first and gave a masterclass on how to build and accelerate an innings on a pitch with variable bounce. The black soil pitch of Ahmedabad, often tricky for big shots, didn’t bother GT’s top order.

Gill (73 off 45), Sai Sudharsan (58 off 33), and Jos Buttler (41 off 22) led the charge with aggressive yet composed batting. The trio, currently being hailed as one of the best top 3 combinations of IPL 2025, displayed technical finesse and intelligent strike rotation. GT faced only 22 dot balls—a record-equalling stat in the league's history.

GT ended their innings at 224/6, with late contributions from the middle order, setting an almost insurmountable total.

SRH’s Inconsistent Chase: 186/6 – Falling Short by 38 Runs

The Sunrisers Hyderabad began their chase with Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, but they lacked the usual explosive start. Although the opening stand brought 49 runs, it was too slow for a chase of 225. Head’s early dismissal by Rashid Khan (thanks to a stunning catch) shifted momentum early in Gujarat’s favor.

Heinrich Klaasen and Abhishek Sharma tried to revive the chase with a steady 57-run partnership, but once Klaasen fell, the innings lost direction. SRH never moved into top gear, and the required run rate kept mounting.

Captain Pat Cummins admitted post-match: “Our powerplay wasn’t great. We let them get 20-30 runs extra. Chasing 200-plus required a much better start. We bowled bad balls, and they punished us. Credit to GT—they were clinical today.”

Player of the Match – Prasidh Krishna (2/19)

The bowling star of the night was Prasidh Krishna, whose spell of 4-0-19-2 in a high-scoring game was nothing short of magical. He was accurate, consistent, and smart with his changes in length.

Krishna wore the Purple Cap with pride and commented: “It’s about preparation—knowing what I want to do and then how to do it against each batter. I’ve got great support around me, and I’m just enjoying the rhythm right now.”

His performance was backed by Rashid Khan’s sharp fielding and disciplined bowling by Mohit Sharma and Noor Ahmad.

Captain’s Corner – Shubman Gill’s Leadership Stands Out

Shubman Gill, leading from the front, not only anchored the innings but also motivated his squad to deliver in all departments. His post-match insight reflects clarity in leadership:

“We never plan who plays anchor or who accelerates. We trust each other’s games. The focus today was fielding—something we’ve lacked in previous games. Glad to see that turn around.”

Gill also engaged in a brief emotional moment with the umpire during the match, showing how much the game means to him and the squad.

Jos Buttler’s Praise for the Team

Buttler had glowing words for the team, especially Sai Sudharsan:

“From the first day I saw him bat in the nets, I knew he was special. He's humble, hardworking, and technically very sound.”

He also credited GT’s fielding performance as a turning point in the game:

“Fielding wins you matches. That Rashid Khan catch to get Head—brilliant and game-changing.”

Match Stats & Records

GT faced only 22 dot balls in their entire innings—equaling the least dot balls ever in a full IPL inning.

Fifth consecutive win for GT against SRH in completed matches.

GT climbs to 2nd place in the IPL 2025 points table.

Prasidh Krishna leads the Purple Cap race.

What this Mean for the Teams?

Gujarat Titans:

They are peaking at the right time. With a balanced team, form players, and consistent performance, they are looking like strong contenders for the IPL 2025 title.

Sunrisers Hyderabad:

They’re on shaky ground now. One more loss could mean elimination from playoff contention. While they showed promise earlier in the tournament, inconsistency has crept back in. Their over-reliance on top-order batters and weak death bowling continue to hurt them.

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Final Thoughts

The Gujarat Titans vs Sunrisers Hyderabad match in IPL 2025 was a perfect example of a dominant, all-round performance. Batting, bowling, and fielding—all departments clicked for GT. With players like Gill, Buttler, and Prasidh Krishna in form, GT are serious contenders this season.

On the other hand, SRH must regroup and find their momentum quickly if they are to survive in the tournament.

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