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GT vs DC IPL 2025: A High-Stakes Clash in Ahmedabad
Match 35 of IPL 2025 is underway between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Delhi Capitals (DC) at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium. The Titans won the toss and chose to bowl first in scorching Ahmedabad heat.
Both teams have been dominant this season—DC are at the top of the table with 10 points from 6 games, while GT closely trail with 8 points from as many matches. A win here could send the Titans to the No.1 spot.
Powerplay Highlights: Prasidh Krishna Strikes Big
Delhi got off to a fiery start, with KL Rahul smashing 28 off 14 deliveries. However, GT’s ₹9.5 crore pacer Prasidh Krishna delivered a stunning yorker in the fifth over to trap Rahul LBW. The decision wasn’t reviewed, and replays confirmed it was hitting middle and leg.
Earlier, Arshad Khan removed opener Abishek Porel (18 off 9) with a soft dismissal to mid-on.
At the end of the powerplay, Delhi Capitals were 73/2, with Karun Nair (19)* and Axar Patel (4)* at the crease.
Siraj Goes Expensive, Karun Counterattacks
GT pacer Mohammed Siraj had a forgettable start, conceding 33 runs in just 2 overs, including multiple boundaries from KL Rahul and Karun Nair. However, GT’s quick wickets have balanced the scales.
Karun Nair continued the aggression post-Rahul’s dismissal, ending the sixth over with a four and a six to keep DC’s momentum alive.
Team Updates & Impact Subs
Gujarat Titans Playing XI:
Shubman Gill (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Sai Sudharsan, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Arshad Khan, R. Sai Kishore, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj, Ishant Sharma
Impact Subs: Sherfane Rutherford, Mahipal Lomror, Anuj Rawat, Washington Sundar, Karim Janat
Delhi Capitals Playing XI:
Abishek Porel, Karun Nair, KL Rahul (wk), Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel (c), Ashutosh Sharma, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohit Sharma, Mukesh Kumar
Impact Subs: Jake Fraser-McGurk, Darshan Nalkande, Sameer Rizvi, Donovan Ferreira, Dushmantha Chameera
Pitch Report & Toss Reactions
The match is being played on pitch number 6, which has seen average first innings scores of 219 this season. It’s a flat surface with even grass cover, expected to be a high-scoring game.
Shubman Gill (GT Captain):
“We’ll bowl first. It’s a hot day and the wicket looks like it could crack up. We’re sticking to the same playing XI.”
Axar Patel (DC Captain):
“I also wanted to bowl. But we’ll look to post a good total and defend. Jake Fraser-McGurk is out of today’s XI.”
Players to Watch
- Prasidh Krishna – Already showing why GT invested ₹9.5 crore in him.
- Karun Nair – Taking charge after Rahul’s dismissal.
- Mitchell Starc – Will play a key role when DC bowl, especially at the death.
What’s at Stake?
A win for Gujarat Titans could catapult them to the top of the IPL 2025 points table, thanks to a better Net Run Rate. Delhi Capitals, on the other hand, are eyeing their sixth win of the season and would want to continue their strong form.
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