Key Points
- Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) suffered their fourth consecutive defeat in IPL 2025, losing to Gujarat Titans (GT) by seven wickets.
- Mohammed Siraj was the star bowler for GT, taking four crucial wickets and earning the ‘Player of the Match’ award.
- Shubman Gill and Washington Sundar led GT’s chase with stellar batting performances, securing victory in just 16.4 overs.
New Delhi: Sunrisers Hyderabad’s dismal IPL 2025 campaign continued as they faced a crushing seven-wicket defeat against Gujarat Titans at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. This marked SRH’s fourth consecutive loss this season, leaving them at the bottom of the points table.
Match Summary
After winning the toss, Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill opted to bowl first. SRH struggled with their batting, managing only 152/8 in 20 overs. None of their batsmen could score a half-century, with Nitish Kumar Reddy being the top scorer with a modest 31 runs. Key players like Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, and Heinrich Klaasen failed to deliver, leaving SRH with a below-par total.
In response, Gujarat Titans chased down the target with ease in just 16.4 overs. Shubman Gill anchored the innings with an unbeaten 61 off 43 balls—his first half-century of the season—while Washington Sundar played a blistering knock of 49 off 29 balls. Sherfane Rutherford added quick runs at the end, scoring 35 off just 16 balls.
Mohammed Siraj’s Heroics
Mohammed Siraj was the standout performer for Gujarat Titans with the ball. He picked up four crucial wickets, including Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, dismantling SRH’s batting lineup early on. Siraj also achieved a personal milestone by completing 100 wickets in IPL history during this match. His exceptional performance earned him the ‘Player of the Match’ award.
SRH’s Struggles
SRH’s aggressive batting strategy has backfired this season, as they have struggled to post competitive totals after their explosive opening match against Rajasthan Royals. Their lack of consistency with both bat and ball has been glaringly evident, and captain Pat Cummins now faces mounting pressure to turn things around.
GT’s Balanced Approach
Gujarat Titans showcased their depth and balance in this match. Their bowling attack, led by Siraj and supported by Prasidh Krishna and Rashid Khan, restricted SRH effectively. The batting unit capitalized on SRH’s poor bowling performance, ensuring a comfortable win.
