In a thrilling encounter at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on April 2, 2025, the Gujarat Titans (GT) secured a commanding eight-wicket victory over the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). This win marked RCB’s first defeat of the season.
RCB VS GT Match Summary:
- RCB Innings: RCB posted a total of 169/8 in their allotted 20 overs. Liam Livingstone was the standout performer, scoring a resilient 54 runs. Jitesh Sharma contributed with a quick 33, and Tim David added 32 runs towards the end. Mohammed Siraj was exceptional with the ball for GT, claiming 3 wickets for 19 runs.
- GT Innings: Chasing 170, GT achieved the target in 17.5 overs, finishing at 170/2. Jos Buttler led the charge with an unbeaten 73 off 39 balls, showcasing aggressive stroke play. Sai Sudharsan supported with 49 runs, and Sherfane Rutherford remained not out at 30.
Key Moments:
- Mohammed Siraj’s early breakthroughs put RCB on the back foot, dismissing key batsmen and restricting the run flow.
- Jos Buttler’s explosive batting ensured GT’s chase was smooth, reaching his fifty with a six and finishing the game with 13 balls to spare.
- Despite efforts from Livingstone and David, RCB’s total proved insufficient against GT’s formidable batting lineup.
Conclusion:
Gujarat Titans’ comprehensive performance, highlighted by Siraj’s bowling and Buttler’s batting, handed them a well-deserved victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru. RCB will look to regroup and address their shortcomings in the upcoming fixtures.
