National Times Bureau, April 2, 2025: Gujarat Titans (GT) delivered a dominant performance to defeat Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) by eight wickets at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in IPL 2025. A clinical chase led by Jos Buttler ensured GT secured an easy win with 13 balls to spare.
Opting to bowl first, GT’s bowlers kept RCB in check from the start. Mohammed Siraj led the attack with a brilliant spell, picking up three crucial wickets. Despite a fighting 54 off 40 balls from Liam Livingstone, RCB struggled to accelerate, finishing at 169/8 in their 20 overs.
In response, GT’s batters made the chase look effortless. Jos Buttler stole the show with an explosive unbeaten 73 off just 39 balls, while Sai Sudharsan played a steady knock of 49 runs. The duo’s partnership ensured GT reached the target comfortably, finishing at 170/2 in 17.5 overs.
With this victory, GT strengthened their position in the tournament, while RCB will need to regroup and find a way to bounce back in the upcoming matches.
