RCB vs GT Match 14 – Match Highlights: Gujarat Titans Seal Eight-Wicket Victory

In an action-packed contest at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, Gujarat Titans (GT) handed Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) their first defeat of the season with a commanding eight-wicket victory in Match 14 of TATA IPL 2025. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the RCB vs GT match highlights, focusing on key moments, standout performances, and the turning points of the game.GT chased down 170 with 13 balls to spare, powered by a brilliant knock from Jos Buttler (73 off 39)* and solid support from Sai Sudharsan (49 off 36).

RCB’s Innings: Challenging but Defensible Total

Early Breakthroughs for GT

GT won the toss and opted to bowl first, and their bowlers quickly made an impact.
Phil Salt was dropped on 0 by wicketkeeper Jos Buttler off Mohammed Siraj in the very first over, but this was the only bit of luck RCB enjoyed.
Arshad Khan removed Virat Kohli for 7 (6) early on, and Siraj cleaned up Devdutt Padikkal, leaving RCB at 42/4 after the powerplay.

Salt and Siraj: A Short but Eventful Battle

Phil Salt responded to Siraj’s earlier delivery with a massive 105m six over midwicket.
However, Siraj had the last laugh, dismissing Salt on the very next delivery, leaving RCB reeling at 42/5.

Revived by Livingstone and Sharma

Jitesh Sharma (33 off 21) and Liam Livingstone (54 off 40) revived RCB’s innings with a crucial partnership.
Sharma’s dismissal, however, via a catch from Rahul Tewatia, slowed RCB down.
Livingstone unleashed a powerful attack in the 18th over, smashing three sixes off Rashid Khan, which helped RCB post a competitive 169/8 in their allotted 20 overs.

GT’s Bowling Performance

Mohammed Siraj was the standout bowler, taking 3/19, while Sai Kishore contributed 2/22.
The pair, along with the rest of the bowling unit, restricted RCB’s total despite a late flurry by Tim David (32 off 18).

GT’s Chase: Buttler and Sudharsan Steer the Ship

Early Setbacks for GT

GT’s chase began cautiously, with Shubman Gill falling early for 14 (14) to Bhuvneshwar Kumar, leaving GT at 33/1 after the first five overs.

Buttler and Sudharsan Take Charge

Jos Buttler and Sai Sudharsan then took control of the chase.
After a slow start, Buttler shifted gears with an 18-run over off Rasikh Dar Salam.
The pair brought up a 50-run stand in just 36 balls, with GT cruising at 82/1 at the halfway mark.

Sudharsan’s Brief But Impressive Knock

Sudharsan continued his excellent form, making 49 (36) before being dismissed.
However, by then, GT had reduced the required runs to just 65 off 48 balls.

Buttler’s Unbeaten Fifty and Rutherford’s Support

Buttler, with his second fifty of the season (52 off 31), continued to dominate.
Sherfane Rutherford (30* off 18) provided excellent support, ensuring GT finished the chase in 17.5 overs, with Buttler remaining unbeaten on 73.

Key Performers of the Match

Gujarat Titans

Jos Buttler – 73* (39), anchored the chase with an aggressive half-century.
Sai Sudharsan – 49 (36), supported Buttler with a solid knock.
Mohammed Siraj – 3/19, excellent spell with the ball, taking key wickets.
Sai Kishore – 2/22, backed up Siraj with a solid performance in the middle overs.

Royal Challengers Bangalore

Liam Livingstone – 54 (40), top-scored for RCB in a challenging chase.
Tim David – 32 (18), provided some late fireworks in the final overs.
Mohammed Siraj – 3/19, was the standout bowler for GT.

What This Win Means for Gujarat Titans

GT moved to second place in the points table after this dominating victory.
The strong bowling performance from Siraj and contributions from the batting duo of Buttler and Sudharsan ensured they chased the target comfortably.
GT looks confident and will face Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their next match on April 6th, 2025.

Conclusion

Gujarat Titans’ dominant performance in Match 14 of TATA IPL 2025 propelled them to a well-deserved eight-wicket victory over RCB. While RCB fought hard, their batting couldn’t quite get going after early setbacks. On the other hand, GT’s solid chase, led by Buttler, ensured that they had enough firepower to seal the win comfortably.

Looking ahead, GT will continue their strong momentum, while RCB will aim to bounce back in their next match.