Cricket Highlights, May 18: IPL 2025 (60th Match) – DC vs GT

DC vs GT (60th Match) – Highlights

The 60th match of the IPL 2025, held at the Delhi stadium on May 18, was a thrilling encounter between the Delhi Capitals (DC) and the Gujarat Titans (GT). The match ended with a dominant victory for Gujarat Titans by 10 wickets, as they chased down a challenging target of 200 with ease and six balls to spare. It was an outstanding batting display, especially from Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill, who demolished the Delhi bowling attack to secure a flawless win.

KL Rahul’s brilliant unbeaten 112 powered Delhi Capitals to a challenging 199-run target in their full 20 overs against the Titans. Rahul’s innings was a masterclass in pacing and aggression, featuring 14 fours and 4 sixes, and he maintained an impressive strike rate of 172.30. However, Rahul did not get much support from the other end. Faf du Plessis fell early for just 5 runs, bowled by Arshad Khan, leaving the team to rely heavily on the middle order. Abishek Porel contributed a quickfire 30 from 19 balls, and Captain Axar Patel chipped in with a valuable 25. The innings lacked big partnerships, but Rahul’s brilliance helped DC reach a respectable total.

The Gujarat Titans’ bowling attack was efficient but lacked the cutting edge to break through Rahul’s resistance. Mohammed Siraj was the most expensive with 37 runs in his 4 overs, while Prasidh Krishna, Arshad Khan, and Sai Kishore picked up one wicket each. Despite the wickets, Delhi could not contain the Titans from scoring at nearly 10 runs per over, setting the stage for a high-octane chase.

In response, Gujarat Titans came out firing. Sai Sudharsan was the star of the chase, smashing a magnificent 108 not out from 61 balls. With 12 boundaries and 4 sixes, his innings masterfully combined timing and power, keeping Gujarat firmly ahead in the chase. Alongside him, Shubman Gill played a splendid supporting role, scoring 93 off 53 deliveries with 3 fours and 7 sixes. Their partnership was unstoppable and erased the target with consummate ease in just 19 overs without losing a single wicket. It was a display of dominance that highlighted Gujarat Titans’ superiority in the game.

The Delhi bowling attack struggled to find rhythm on a batting-friendly pitch. The bowling trio of Axar, Natarajan, and Mustafizur found no rhythm, as they were taken to the cleaners with high economy rates.Vipraj Nigam and Kuldeep Yadav also found it tough to control the run flow as the Titans batsmen looked untroubled throughout the innings.

With a masterful century, Sai Sudharsan stole the show, claiming the Player of the Match and powering Gujarat to a commanding win. Both he and Shubman Gill showed excellent form and temperament, indicating that Gujarat Titans will be a force to reckon with as the tournament progresses.

This win also solidifies Gujarat Titans’ top position on the points table, while Delhi Capitals, despite a fighting total, will have to rethink their bowling strategies moving forward.

Delhi Capitals vs Chennai Super Kings Scoreboard

Delhi Capitals – 196/7 (20)

Gujarat Titans – 205/0 (19)

Result – GT won by 10 wickets (with 6 balls remaining)

Player of the Match – Sai Sudharsan

Sai Sudharsan

DC vs GT Playing XI

Disclaimer: These Match highlights reflect the author’s insights and analysis. Readers are encouraged to consider the points discussed and form their own conclusions.