GT vs SRH Highlights, IPL 2025: Gujarat Titans beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 38 runs at Narendra Modi Stadium
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GT vs SRH Highlights, IPL 2025: Gujarat Titans beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 38 runs at Narendra Modi Stadium

GT vs SRH Live Score, IPL 2025: As the IPL 2025 season enters its critical phase, Gujarat Titans return to their home ground in Ahmedabad, determined to regroup after a humbling eight-wicket loss to Rajasthan Royals. In that match, 14-year-old sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashed a historic 35-ball century, overshadowing Gujarat’s strong total of 209 and handing them a rare defeat.

Despite the setback, GT remain firmly in playoff contention, sitting in the top four with 12 points from nine games. With a well-balanced side led by Shubman Gill, the Titans have combined consistent batting with dependable bowling. Sai Sudharsan, the current Orange Cap holder, has been the backbone of the batting lineup, tallying 456 runs so far. He's closely supported by Gill (389 runs) and Jos Buttler (406), forming one of the tournament's most threatening top orders.

The bowling unit is equally potent. Prasidh Krishna leads the pace attack, while Rashid Khan has found rhythm again, bolstered by Mohammed Siraj and Ishant Sharma. Washington Sundar adds stability with economical spells in the middle overs. GT will draw confidence from their dominant earlier win over SRH, where Siraj’s 4-17 dismantled Hyderabad's lineup.

Sunrisers Hyderabad face a must-win scenario. With only three victories in nine matches, their campaign is hanging by a thread. Their explosive top order, Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, has misfired in recent outings, while middle-order names like Klaasen and Ishan Kishan have failed to make meaningful contributions. Young Aniket Verma, surprisingly, has emerged as a key six-hitter in an otherwise misfiring lineup.

Bowling has been equally inconsistent. Harshal Patel has impressed with smart variations, but Cummins and Shami have struggled to provide breakthroughs when needed.

For GT, it's a chance to bounce back. For SRH, it’s a fight for survival. Friday’s clash promises high stakes and plenty of drama.


Gujarat Titans Squad: Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill(c), Jos Buttler(w), Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, Shahrukh Khan, Karim Janat, Rashid Khan, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Ishant Sharma, Mahipal Lomror, Anuj Rawat, Arshad Khan, Dasun Shanaka, Jayant Yadav, Kulwant Khejroliya, Sherfane Rutherford, Manav Suthar, Gerald Coetzee, Kumar Kushagra, Gurnoor Brar, Nishant Sindhu

Sunrisers Hyderabad Squad: Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan, Heinrich Klaasen(w), Aniket Verma, Kamindu Mendis, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Pat Cummins(c), Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Zeeshan Ansari, Mohammed Shami, Abhinav Manohar, Sachin Baby, Rahul Chahar, Wiaan Mulder, Atharva Taide, Simarjeet Singh, Smaran Ravichandran, Eshan Malinga

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19:28 (IST) May 02

In all readiness for the action to get underway in Ahmedabad! It is jam-packed already on this Friday evening, and the atmosphere is deafening. The two umpires now walk out to the centre, followed by CHAMPAK, the official pet of the IPL. Pat Cummins is seen giving the words of wisdom in the team huddle before the Sunrisers spread out to the park. Out walks the opening pair, rather, the consistent opening pair of Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan for the Gujarat Titans. Mohammad Shami has been given the new ball and will open the attack for SRH. The countdown ticks down and off we go! GAME ON!

19:10 (IST) May 02

Shubman Gill, the captain of Gujarat Titans says that they would have bowled first as well as it looks like a good wicket. Adds that the last game they played on this wicket was against MI, and they batted first there. Mentions that the last five games are where good teams peak, and they want to do that too. Says they are not looking at the NRR and just want to take every game at a time. Informs Gerald Coetzee comes in for Karim Janat.

19:06 (IST) May 02

Pat Cummins, the skipper of Sunrisers Hyderabad says there's a little bit of green tinge on the pitch and also adds that you never really know what you will get. Also feels that it is better to bat first sometimes at night. Says they won their last game against CSK and is hopeful that they still have a chance. Feels that they have done better as a unit in the last few games. Informs that they are going with the same side.

19:05 (IST) May 02

Impact Players for Gujarat Titans - Ishant Sharma, Mahipal Lomror, Anuj Rawat, Arshad Khan, Sherfane Rutherford.  

19:04 (IST) May 02

Gujarat Titans (Playing XI) - Shubman Gill (C), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (WK), Shahrukh Khan, Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Mohammed Siraj, Gerald Coetzee (In place of Karim Janat), Sai Kishore, Prasidh Krishna.

19:04 (IST) May 02

Impact Players for Sunrisers Hyderabad - Abhinav Manohar, Sachin Baby, Travis Head, Rahul Chahar, Wiaan Mulder.

19:04 (IST) May 02

Sunrisers Hyderabad (Unchanged Playing XI) - Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen (WK), Aniket Verma, Kamindu Mendis, Pat Cummins (C), Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Zeeshan Ansari, Mohammad Shami.

19:01 (IST) May 02

TOSS - Sunrisers Hyderabad have won the toss and elected to BOWL first.

18:59 (IST) May 02
GT vs SRH Live Score: Few minutes away from toss
Gujarat Titans' (GT) young captain Shubman Gill is beginning to come into his own as a leader, feels GT's Director of Cricket Vikram Solanki. Under Gill's captaincy, Gujarat Titans currently sit fourth on the Indian Premier League (IPL) points table with six wins and three losses from nine games.

"He is getting to understand the nuances of leadership, as well as his relationships with players. He is growing as a captain day by day," said Solanki, praising Gill's development as a leader, according to ESPNcricinfo.

Taking over the reins this season, Gill has not just led from the front tactically but also with the bat. The 24-year-old has scored 389 runs in nine matches, including four half-centuries, placing him seventh on the Orange Cap list.

"Captaincy has made him understand the additional responsibility. It seems some players sometimes thrive with the additional responsibility, I am pleased he is playing well," Solanki added.

Gill, who is the opener for Team India, played a pivotal role in the Gujarat Titans' title-winning campaign in IPL 2022, where he scored 483 runs, as per a release from GT media.

A huge shift came for this talented batter when he was appointed the captain of the Titans in 2024, with Hardik Pandya moving on.

At the international level, Gill is already enriched with experience as a captain and vice-captain of Team India in various matches.

This established his rising prominence in world cricket and the value he brings to the Gujarat franchise. As a top run scorer, he has surpassed 400 runs in each of his three seasons with the Gujarat Titans.
18:55 (IST) May 02
GT vs SRH Live Score: What head coach Daniel Vettori said ahead of the match
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) head coach Daniel Vettori said that SRH had not delivered complete performances. He contrasts this with successful teams that are consistently good across all areas: bowling, batting, and fielding, which his team hasn't achieved consistently.

This comes ahead of Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Gujarat Titans clash at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

"I don't think we've put together complete performances. I think we've let ourselves down in one facet, probably in every match. So I think you look at the good teams that are winning at the moment. They've been consistent across the board. And so for us, the challenge is, can we bowl well? Can we bat well to complement it? And can we feel well? And we just haven't been able to do that consistently," Daniel Vettori said in the pre-match press conference.

Vettori also told about SRH's inconsistency in performances, differentiating them from top teams. However, he praised individual performances, particularly batter Aniket Verma, who has adapted well to the team's style, and spinner Zeeshan Ansari, who has performed well as a spinner.

"You can find individual performances throughout the tournament. And where we have gone astray, I suppose, is that we haven't been consistent in those performances. And that's the difference between us and the teams at the top of the table. But in terms of individuals, I mean, I've been very pleased with Aniket Verma, I think coming into the side, coming into the IPL for the first time and being able to play a style that's really suited the team. And he's established himself as one of our key members. I think Zissane Ansari has been fantastic for us. It's not an easy game for a spinner and to be able to compete and contain some of these best batsmen in the world on small grounds, flat wickets," he added.
18:53 (IST) May 02
GT vs SRH Live: Head-to-Head Edge
Gujarat Titans lead the head-to-head battle against Sunrisers Hyderabad 4-1. The last time these two met earlier this season, GT cruised to a seven-wicket win, with Siraj picking 4-17 and the batters chasing confidently.

Ahmedabad has also been a happy hunting ground — SRH have never beaten GT here.

History, stats, and form favor the Titans. But this is the IPL — nothing is written in stone.

Will history repeat itself or will the desperate Sunrisers script an upset?
18:40 (IST) May 02
Today IPL Match Live: Does Vaibhav Suryavanshi's aftershock still linger?
It’s not easy to forget a 14-year-old blasting you for a 35-ball century. For GT, Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s record-smashing assault is still fresh.

Six out of their seven bowlers went at over 10 runs an over. Four leaked more than 16 per over. It wasn’t just a loss — it was an implosion.

Friday night gives GT a shot at turning the page. A strong showing with the ball is non-negotiable. Redemption must begin with discipline.
18:39 (IST) May 02
GT vs SRH Live Score: What the clash holds ...

This Friday's clash isn’t just another league match.



  • For GT, it’s about bouncing back from humiliation and sealing a playoff berth.
  • For SRH, it’s about staying alive in the tournament.


Two sides. Two different emotional journeys. One common goal — victory.



Which emotion will reign supreme under Ahmedabad’s lights?


18:37 (IST) May 02
GT vs SRH Live Score: All Eyes on Sai Kishore
In the Jaipur drubbing, Shubman Gill chose not to bowl Sai Kishore, a decision that surprised many, especially given Kishore’s form and the left-heavy Rajasthan lineup.

With SRH also boasting left-handers like Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head, Kishore’s role could be pivotal. Will Gill trust his left-arm spinner this time to halt early momentum?

Sometimes, the smartest tactic is the simplest one: play to your strengths.
18:04 (IST) May 02
Today IPL Match Live: Rashid Khan vs Ishan Kishan
Rashid Khan has historically had the better of Ishan Kishan in the IPL — dismissing him twice and keeping him at a low strike rate of 116.41.

As Kishan’s form has dipped after a fiery start to the season, this head-to-head becomes even more critical. Gujarat might turn to Rashid early if Kishan starts aggressively.

Can Ishan break the curse, or will Rashid spin another web?
17:53 (IST) May 02
IPL Live Score: Can SRH Exploit GT’s Soft Middle Order?
Here’s a chink in Gujarat’s otherwise robust armor: their middle order.

From No. 4 to 7, GT's middle-order batters have managed only 412 runs across 9 games at a modest average of 24.23. Not a single fifty among them.

This is SRH’s opportunity. If their bowlers — particularly Harshal Patel and Kamindu Mendis — can break through the top three early, they might just expose GT’s one weakness.

Will Pat Cummins’ men capitalise?
17:52 (IST) May 02
Today IPL Match Live: Sai Sudharsan Leads the Way
In a tournament filled with power-hitters and flamboyant stroke-makers, Sai Sudharsan has stood tall with poise and consistency.

The Gujarat Titans batter leads the Orange Cap race with 456 runs in 9 innings, including five half-centuries. His calm presence at the crease, ability to anchor innings, and strike when needed have been vital to GT’s campaign.

Backed by Jos Buttler (406 runs) and Shubman Gill (389 runs), GT’s top three is arguably the most stable and potent in IPL 2025.

Can Sudharsan keep the momentum and finish the season as the top run-getter?
17:52 (IST) May 02
IPL Live Score: SRH on the Brink — Must-Win Mode Activated
Sunrisers Hyderabad are hanging by a thread. With just three wins in nine outings, the 2022 finalists are staring at early elimination unless they find a way to win — and win big — starting against Gujarat Titans on Friday.

SRH’s aggressive batting style seems a distant memory. Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma — their explosive opening pair — are struggling. The middle order hasn’t clicked. Only 23-year-old Aniket Verma has offered sparks of resistance with the bat.

Their bowling isn’t faring much better. Harshal Patel has stood out, but veterans like Pat Cummins and Mohammed Shami haven’t found form. If the Sunrisers are to survive this season, everything must fall into place now.

The big question: Can they rise from the ashes in Ahmedabad?
17:51 (IST) May 02
GT vs SRH Live Score: GT's Redemption Story Begins at Home
Just 72 hours ago, Gujarat Titans were left shell-shocked in Jaipur as 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi scripted a whirlwind century, chasing down 210 in just 15.5 overs. But champions bounce back — and what better place to begin redemption than the Narendra Modi Stadium?

GT returns to their fortress to take on Sunrisers Hyderabad, knowing a win would bring them within touching distance of the IPL 2025 playoffs. With 12 points from nine games, and an in-form top order featuring Orange Cap holder Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler, and captain Shubman Gill, confidence won’t be lacking.

Meanwhile, the bowlers — led by Prasidh Krishna and Rashid Khan — will want to right the wrongs of their previous outing. Against a fragile SRH top order, the opportunity is ripe.

Can GT shake off the Suryavanshi storm and get their playoff charge back on track?
17:49 (IST) May 02
IPL Live Score: Match 51
Welcome to TimesofIndia.com for the live coverage of IPL 2025 Match 51 between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Gujarat Titans!

Squads for both teams:

Gujarat Titans Squad: Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill(c), Jos Buttler(w), Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, Shahrukh Khan, Karim Janat, Rashid Khan, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Ishant Sharma, Mahipal Lomror, Anuj Rawat, Arshad Khan, Dasun Shanaka, Jayant Yadav, Kulwant Khejroliya, Sherfane Rutherford, Manav Suthar, Gerald Coetzee, Kumar Kushagra, Gurnoor Brar, Nishant Sindhu

Sunrisers Hyderabad Squad: Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan, Heinrich Klaasen(w), Aniket Verma, Kamindu Mendis, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Pat Cummins(c), Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Zeeshan Ansari, Mohammed Shami, Abhinav Manohar, Sachin Baby, Rahul Chahar, Wiaan Mulder, Atharva Taide, Simarjeet Singh, Smaran Ravichandran, Eshan Malinga
GT vs SRH Live Score, IPL 2025: Gujarat Titans return to the Narendra Modi Stadium on Friday, aiming to bounce back after a demoralising loss to Rajasthan Royals, where 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi stunned them with a blistering 35-ball century.

Despite conceding 210 and losing by eight wickets, GT remain well-positioned in the IPL 2025 playoff race with six wins from nine games. Led by Shubman Gill, the Titans boast a powerful top order including Orange Cap holder Sai Sudharsan, Gill himself, and Jos Buttler, all in stellar form.

GT’s bowling has also delivered consistently, with Prasidh Krishna, Rashid Khan, and Mohammed Siraj forming a reliable attack. A previous seven-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad, built on Siraj’s 4-17 spell, adds confidence going into this key fixture.

Sunrisers Hyderabad, meanwhile, are in desperate need of a turnaround. With only three wins from nine matches, they are ninth on the table and clinging to playoff hopes. Their batting, once explosive, has faltered, especially openers Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma. Heinrich Klaasen and Ishan Kishan have also underperformed.

Harshal Patel has been the lone standout with the ball, while big names like Pat Cummins and Mohammed Shami have yet to find form. A loss here could all but end SRH’s campaign.


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