Catch the full recap of IPL 2025 Match 51 where Gujarat Titans outclassed Sunrisers Hyderabad by 38 runs. Key performances, highlights, and what this means for the playoffs.
IPL 2025: Gujarat Titans Crush Sunrisers Hyderabad to Strengthen Playoff Push
In a high-voltage encounter at the Narendra Modi Stadium on May 2, Gujarat Titans (GT) delivered a clinical performance to defeat Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by 38 runs in Match 51 of IPL 2025. This crucial win pushed GT up the points table, tightening their grip on a playoff berth, while SRH was left with plenty to reflect on as their postseason hopes began to fade.
Titans Set the Tone with a Batting Blitz
Gujarat Titans chose to bat first and made the most of a good batting surface, piling up a daunting total of 224/6 in 20 overs. Captain Shubman Gill led from the front, smashing 76 runs off just 38 balls in a classy knock filled with precision and power.
He was well supported by B Sai Sudharsan, who continued his stellar form with a quickfire 48 off 23 balls. As the innings progressed, Jos Buttler joined the party, adding an explosive 64 off 37 balls to push GT past the 220 mark.
While a controversial run-out of Gill stirred some drama and tension on the field, it didn’t derail the Titans' charge. Their intent was clear — dominate, and they did just that.
SRH Struggle to Keep Pace
Chasing 225 was always going to be a tough task, and SRH found themselves under pressure early on. While Abhishek Sharma fought valiantly with a brisk 74 off 41 balls, the rest of the batting lineup failed to provide meaningful support.
GT’s bowling unit executed a well-planned strategy, never letting SRH settle. Prasidh Krishna stood out with exceptional figures of 2/19 and rightly earned the Player of the Match award. Mohammed Siraj also chipped in with two crucial wickets, sealing the fate of the game in GT’s favor.
SRH ended their innings at 186/6, falling short by 38 runs.
Match Highlights and Talking Points
GT’s Top-Order Firepower: The trio of Gill, Sudharsan, and Buttler laid the perfect foundation.
SRH’s Over-Reliance on Sharma: One-man show with little backup in a steep chase.
Playoff Implications: Gujarat Titans now firmly in the top four; SRH need a turnaround and some luck to qualify.
What’s Next?
With this commanding win, Gujarat Titans not only added two valuable points but also sent a strong message to the other contenders. For Sunrisers Hyderabad, it's now or never as the race to the playoffs intensifies.
