Key Points
- Gujarat Titans defeat Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025 Match 60, becoming the first team to qualify for playoffs.
- Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan make history with an unbeaten 200+ run chase.
- Sai Sudharsan scores a stunning century (108), Gill remains unbeaten on 93.
- KL Rahul’s 115 for Delhi goes in vain as bowlers fail to defend 199.
- RCB and Punjab Kings also secure playoff spots thanks to Gujarat’s win.
New Delhi: Gujarat Titans delivered a sensational performance in the 60th match of IPL 2025, defeating Delhi Capitals by 10 wickets and becoming the first team to secure a playoff spot this season. The match, played at a packed stadium, saw Gujarat pull off a historic run chase, thanks to a flawless opening partnership between skipper Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan.
Gujarat Titans Set New IPL Record: 200+ Run Chase Without Losing a Wicket
Delhi Capitals set a challenging target of 200 runs, posting 199/4 in their 20 overs, led by a magnificent 115 from wicketkeeper-batsman KL Rahul. However, Gujarat Titans rewrote the record books by chasing down the target in just 19 overs without losing a single wicket-a first in IPL history for a 200+ run chase.
Sai Sudharsan’s Century, Gill’s Captain’s Knock Seal the Win
Sai Sudharsan was the star of the night, smashing an unbeaten 108 off 61 balls with 11 boundaries and 4 sixes, registering his maiden IPL century. Captain Shubman Gill provided solid support, remaining unbeaten on 93 from 53 balls, peppered with classic strokes and aggressive intent. Their 200-run opening stand left the Delhi bowlers clueless and the crowd in awe.
KL Rahul’s Heroics Not Enough for Delhi
Despite KL Rahul’s brilliant 115 (65 balls, 13 fours, 4 sixes), Delhi Capitals couldn’t capitalize. Abhishek Porel (30), Axar Patel (25), and Tristan Stubbs (21) chipped in, but the total proved inadequate against Gujarat’s batting onslaught. Delhi’s bowlers, especially Kagiso Rabada (2 overs, 34 runs) and T Natarajan (3 overs, 49 runs, economy 16.30), struggled to make an impact, failing to take a single wicket.
Playoff Picture: RCB and Punjab Kings Through, Race Heats Up for Final Spot
Gujarat’s victory not only secured their own playoff berth but also paved the way for Royal Challengers Bangalore and Punjab Kings to qualify for the playoffs. With three teams now confirmed, the battle for the fourth and final playoff spot intensifies, with Mumbai Indians, Punjab Kings, and Lucknow Super Giants still in contention.
Score Summary Table
| Team | Score | Top Performers | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Capitals | 199/4 (20) | KL Rahul 115, Porel 30 | Lost by 10 wickets |
| Gujarat Titans | 200/0 (19) | Sudharsan 108, Gill 93 | Won, qualified for playoffs |
Gujarat Titans’ historic run chase has set the tone for an electrifying finish to IPL 2025, with the playoff race now wide open for the remaining teams.
