TATA IPL 2025 Match 23: GT vs RR – Match Highlights

GT vs RR Match 23 Highlights: Gujarat Titans delivered a commanding performance against Rajasthan Royals at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, securing a 58-run victory in Match 23 of TATA IPL 2025. Powered by Sai Sudharsan’s superb 82 and a cohesive bowling effort, GT registered their fourth straight win and climbed to the top of the points table. The match showcased an impressive all-round display, with every GT bowler playing a key role in the triumph.

Batting Brilliance from Sai Sudharsan

After being asked to bat first by RR captain Sanju Samson, GT faced an early challenge from Jofra Archer, who rattled Shubman Gill’s stumps in a fiery opening spell. Archer bowled at speeds exceeding 150 kmph, creating early pressure. However, Sai Sudharsan, in prime form, countered Archer’s threat effectively. He reached 39*(22) during the powerplay, and together with Jos Buttler, they took the score to 56/1 by the end of the six overs.

Sudharsan continued to dominate and brought up his third fifty of the season off just 32 balls. Buttler also contributed with a quick 36 off 25, but RR struck back when Maheesh Theekshana trapped Buttler in front, reducing GT to 94/2. Sudharsan, however, kept the momentum going and was joined by Shahrukh Khan, who smashed a quick-fire 36 off 20 balls.

GT continued to surge ahead, reaching 163/3 after 16 overs, with Sudharsan’s knock leading the charge. A late flurry from Rahul Tewatia (24 off 12) and Rashid Khan (12 off 4) powered the Titans to a massive total of 217/6 in their 20 overs.

RR’s Chasing Challenge

RR’s chase began on a rocky note with early breakthroughs from Arshad Khan and Mohammed Siraj, who sent Yashasvi Jaiswal and Nitish Rana back to the pavilion, leaving RR at 12/2. However, captain Sanju Samson and Riyan Parag launched a counter-attack, including some big sixes, and took the score to 57/2 after 6 overs.

RR’s chase took another hit when Parag (26 off 14) and Dhruv Jurel (5) were dismissed, leaving them at 85/4 after 10 overs. With 133 runs required off the remaining 60 balls, the pressure mounted. Samson and Shimron Hetmyer tried to rally the chase, but Samson (41 off 28) was dismissed by Prasidh Krishna, and Hetmyer (52 off 32) was left to fight alone.

GT’s bowlers, led by Prasidh Krishna (3-24) and Rashid Khan (2-37), kept taking wickets at crucial moments. With the required run rate climbing, RR couldn’t find the momentum they needed, and GT wrapped up the win with four balls to spare, bowling RR out for 159.

Key Performances

Sai Sudharsan: 82*(53) – A match-winning knock to propel GT to a huge total.
Shahrukh Khan: 36(20) – A vital cameo that helped accelerate the score.
Prasidh Krishna: 3-24 – Led the bowling attack with three key wickets.
Rashid Khan: 2-37 – A crucial contribution with the ball, taking important wickets.

Conclusion

Gujarat Titans’ all-round performance, particularly from Sai Sudharsan and their bowlers, ensured a comfortable 58-run victory over Rajasthan Royals. Despite a valiant fightback from Hetmyer and Samson, RR couldn’t chase down the target, as GT’s bowling attack proved too strong. With this victory, GT moved to the top of the points table, continuing their impressive run in IPL 2025.