In a high-scoring spectacle at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Rajasthan Royals (RR) produced a stunning run chase to defeat Gujarat Titans (GT) by 8 wickets in their IPL 2025 clash. The Royals, led by a breathtaking century from Vaibhav Suryavanshi, overhauled a massive target with remarkable ease.
Gujarat Titans posted an imposing total of 209/4 in their 20 overs. Captain Shubman Gill led from the front with a commanding innings, scoring 84 runs off 50 balls, laced with five boundaries and four sixes. Jos Buttler, playing a key supporting role, contributed a quickfire 50 off just 26 balls, striking three boundaries and four maximums.
However, Rajasthan Royals' bowlers kept their nerves intact. Mahesh Theekshana emerged as the standout performer, finishing with figures of 2 for 35 in his four overs, ensuring the Titans didn’t run away with an even bigger total.
Chasing 210, Rajasthan Royals made their intentions clear from the outset. Young sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi stole the show with a sensational knock of 101 runs off just 38 deliveries. His innings, studded with seven boundaries and an astonishing eleven sixes, left the Gujarat bowlers helpless. He found an able partner in Yashasvi Jaiswal, who was equally aggressive, hammering 70 runs off 40 balls, including nine boundaries and two sixes.
The duo's partnership dominated the Gujarat attack and powered Rajasthan to 212/2 in just 15.5 overs, sealing a commanding victory with more than four overs to spare. Rashid Khan was the lone bright spot for GT’s bowling lineup, picking up 1 wicket for 24 runs in his four overs, showing excellent control in otherwise tough conditions.
This emphatic win solidified Rajasthan Royals' standing in the points table and demonstrated their supreme form as they continue their march toward the playoffs.
