GT vs PBKS, IPL 2025 Highlights: GT fall short in 244-run chase despite Sudharsan’s 74

Punjab Kings sealed a thrilling 11-run victory over Gujarat Titans in a high-scoring contest. Shreyas Iyer led the charge with a blistering 97* off 42 balls, supported by Shashank Singh’s fiery 44* off 16. PBKS posted a formidable 243/5.

Gujarat Titans fought back with Sai Sudharsan’s 74 (41) and Jos Buttler’s 54 (33), but Arshdeep Singh’s late breakthroughs ensured GT fell short, finishing at 232/5.

Sherfane Rutherford’s valiant knock comes to an end as he chops one onto his stumps. Arshdeep Singh delivers another outswinger, full and wide outside off. Rutherford, looking to drive away from his body, only manages an inside edge that crashes into the off stump. His 46 off 28 balls, including four fours and three sixes, gave GT hope, but his dismissal puts PBKS in control.

Rahul Tewatia’s stay at the crease ends in disappointment as he is run out at the non-striker’s end. Arshdeep Singh bowled a low full toss outside off, which Sherfane Rutherford pushed back towards the bowler. Arshdeep got a fingertip on it, deflecting the ball onto the stumps, catching Tewatia well outside his crease. A lucky break for PBKS as GT loses another key wicket.

Rahul Tewatia showcases his trademark finishing skills, shuffling across the stumps and swiping a full toss from Vyshak over fine leg for a maximum. A much-needed blow as GT accelerates in the final overs.

Sherfane Rutherford unleashes his power, smashing a full toss from Vyshak to deep third for four. The fielder barely had time to react as the ball raced past him, highlighting Rutherford’s aggressive intent in the chase.

A huge breakthrough for PBKS! Jansen delivers a full and straight ball, and Buttler looks to drive but completely misses it. The ball crashes into the stumps, bringing an end to his well-fought innings of 54 off 33 balls.

Jansen pitches it outside off, and Buttler goes for the cut. The ball flies towards deep third, where Shedge slides to his left but fails to grab it cleanly. It bounces off his hands and trickles to the boundary for four runs.

Jansen delivers a full ball outside off, and Rutherford smartly slices it towards deep third. The timing is perfect as the ball races past the fielder to the boundary for four crucial runs.

Vyshak delivers another full toss angling across outside off. Rutherford swings hard but only manages an outside edge, sending the ball toward deep third for a single. Gujarat Titans need to accelerate as the required run rate continues to climb.

Vyshak delivered three consecutive wides before another full and wide delivery to Rutherford led to a review from Punjab Kings. The ball initially seemed to be outside the wide guideline, but after a lengthy review, the decision was overturned. Rutherford had positioned himself just outside off, and the replay confirmed that the ball had passed inside the revised wide line.

With time ticking away, Gujarat Titans need to find boundaries quickly to stay in the chase.

Gujarat Titans find themselves in a challenging position, needing 62 runs off the last 24 balls. Despite a steady partnership, the required run rate has climbed to 15.50, demanding big hits in the final overs.

Jos Buttler remains unbeaten on 46 off 28 balls, inching towards his half-century, while Sherfane Rutherford has contributed 22 off 13 balls with two sixes. Marco Jansen bowled the 16th over, conceding just 8 runs, keeping the pressure on GT. With only four overs left, Gujarat Titans will need an explosive finish to pull off this chase.

Gujarat Titans finish the 15th over at 174/2, requiring 70 runs from the final 30 deliveries. Jos Buttler remains steady at 40 off 24 balls, while Sherfane Rutherford has accelerated to 20 off 11 with two sixes. Vijaykumar Vyshak concedes just five runs in his first over, tightening the equation for GT as the required run rate climbs to 14.00.

Vyshak delivers a full toss, but Buttler can only manage to slice it towards short third. Chahal reacts quickly, stopping the ball on the bounce. Vyshak gets away with a loose delivery yet again.

Stoinis delivers a short ball, but Rutherford is ready for it. With immense power, he muscles the ball over deep backward square for a massive six. Even if the boundary had been 20 yards further, this shot would have comfortably cleared it. A dominant stroke from Rutherford!

A big over for GT despite the loss of Sai Sudharsan. They score 14 runs, keeping the chase alive, but Arshdeep Singh provides a crucial breakthrough. Jos Buttler remains the key, batting on 38 off 22 balls, while Sherfane Rutherford has just arrived at the crease. With a required run rate of 13.14, GT needs a strong finish to stay in the game.

Punjab Kings get the breakthrough as Arshdeep Singh dismisses the dangerous Sai Sudharsan. The left-hander departs after a brilliant 74 off 41 balls, featuring five fours and six sixes. Shashank Singh takes a crucial catch, shifting the momentum back in PBKS’s favor. GT now faces an uphill task in the chase!

A big over for Gujarat Titans as they gather 17 runs, keeping their hopes alive in the chase. Sai Sudharsan continues his explosive knock, racing to 74 off 40 balls with five fours and six sixes. Jos Buttler provides solid support with 25 off 18. With 106 runs needed from 48 balls, GT must maintain the momentum to stay in the hunt!

Chahal gives it too much flight on middle stump, and Sudharsan capitalizes in style. He gets down on one knee and slog-sweeps it effortlessly, sending the ball soaring into the stands. The sound off the bat was pure perfection!

Maxwell tosses it up, and Sudharsan attempts an inside-out loft over cover. Shreyas reacts late, jumping to grab the catch but fails to hold on. He gestures that he may have lost sight of the ball under the stadium lights. Sudharsan gets a single and a lucky reprieve.

Maxwell delivers a length ball, and Buttler swings hard, slicing it over cover. Jansen gives chase but never looks close to taking the catch. The shot lacks power, but Buttler still manages to collect two runs.

Gujarat Titans add 11 runs in the ninth over, taking their score to 93/1. The required run rate climbs to 13.72 as they need 151 more from 66 balls. Sai Sudharsan remains solid at 42 off 28 balls, while Jos Buttler, on 14 from 12 deliveries, looks to accelerate. Jansen has conceded 25 runs in his two overs, while Chahal kept things tight in his first over, giving away just seven.

Jos Buttler wastes no time as he launches Jansen’s delivery wide of long-on for a boundary. With Stoinis out of the attack, Jansen steps in, but Buttler immediately makes his presence felt with a confident shot.

Sai Sudharsan executes a well-timed pull shot off Chahal, sending the ball wide of long-on. The fielder at deep midwicket makes a diving effort but falls short. Chahal’s short delivery on the stumps is met with a firm and flat hit, earning Sudharsan four runs.

Sai Sudharsan gets a lucky break! He goes for a big shot off Stoinis, and the ball travels toward Omarzai, who puts it down. To make matters worse for Punjab Kings, the ball carries over the ropes for a six.

Sai Sudharsan gets a fortunate four as an outside edge flies past the keeper. With no slip in place, the full delivery outside off results in an unintended boundary. Gujarat Titans will take it as they continue their chase.

Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan continue their aggressive approach, finding boundaries with ease. Sudharsan executes his trademark ramp shot for a six over fine leg, while Gill showcases his power, smashing another six off Jansen. With Gujarat Titans needing quick runs, both batters look in control, keeping the required rate in check.

A big over for Gujarat Titans as they add 19 runs, boosting their chase. Shubman Gill leads the charge with a powerful 20 off 8 balls, including two sixes, while Sai Sudharsan remains steady at 16 off 16. Azmatullah Omarzai concedes 29 in his two overs, while Arshdeep Singh keeps it tight with 2-0-7-0. GT now need 208 runs from 96 balls at a required rate of 13.00.

Shubman Gill displays his signature wristy strokeplay, whipping Azmatullah Omarzai’s length ball over the midwicket fence with sheer bottom-handed power. A commanding shot that signals intent in this steep chase for Gujarat Titans.

End of over 3, and GT managed just 2 runs, taking their total to 17/0. With the required run rate climbing to 13.35, the pressure is mounting. Sai Sudharsan stands at 15 off 15 balls, while Shubman Gill is on 2 from 3 deliveries. Arshdeep Singh has been economical, conceding only 7 runs in his 2 overs, while Azmatullah Omarzai has given away 10 runs in his lone over. GT now needs 227 runs from 102 balls to chase down PBKS’s massive total.

Azmatullah delivered a full-length ball angling into the pads, but Sai Sudharsan was quick to pick up the slower delivery. He showcased brilliant timing, effortlessly lofting it over long-on for a six. A confident stroke to get his innings underway!