Gujarat Titans Face Early Setback Against Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2025

Gujarat Titans' Top Order Struggles in Crucial Match

In IPL 2025, the Gujarat Titans have relied heavily on their top order, particularly openers Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill, both of whom have surpassed 600 runs this season. Typically, these openers have navigated the powerplay effectively, often losing no more than two wickets during this phase until their recent encounter with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK).

In a critical match held in Ahmedabad, the Titans faced an unexpected challenge, losing three wickets within the first six overs for the first time this season. While chasing a daunting target of 231 runs, they initially managed a brisk 24-run partnership for the first wicket, but Gill's contribution was minimal as he was dismissed for just 13 runs.

The situation worsened for the Titans as they lost Jos Buttler and Sherfane Rutherford in consecutive overs, which severely disrupted their momentum.

Despite Sai Sudharsan and Shahrukh Khan forming a partnership that yielded 55 runs for the fourth wicket, Ravindra Jadeja intervened, dismissing both players in the 11th over, leaving the Titans in a precarious position.

As the tournament approaches its climax, the Gujarat Titans, who have been one of the leading teams thanks to their strong batting lineup, have encountered difficulties in their recent matches.