Gujarat Titans Smash RCB in Bengaluru Thriller!
Wow, what a game! Gujarat Titans absolutely dominated the Royal Challengers Bangalore yesterday in Bengaluru, securing an 8-wicket win. It was a complete performance, really. Honestly, who saw that coming after RCB’s strong start to the season? Jos Buttler’s incredible 73* off just 39 balls completely stole the show, leading GT to a comfortable chase of 170. It left RCB with their first loss of IPL 2025, and boy, was it a painful one to watch.
RCB's Stumble and GT's Smooth Sailing
RCB, batting first, just couldn’t get going. Mohammed Siraj, man, what a performance! He ripped through their top order, taking 3 for 19. Virat Kohli’s early dismissal for a measly 7 didn’t help their cause. It kinda felt like watching a slow-motion trainwreck. Liam Livingstone put up a fight with a 54 that included five massive sixes (all off Rashid Khan!), but it wasn't enough. Jitesh Sharma and Tim David added some late fireworks, but RCB ended up with a slightly underwhelming 169/8.
Then it was GT's turn, and they were all class. Shubman Gill got out early, but Sai Sudharsan (49) and Buttler put on a brilliant 75-run partnership. Buttler’s innings? Let’s just say it was explosive. Six sixes and five fours! He absolutely smashed the ball to all parts of the ground. The victory was sealed with a cool 13 balls to spare. Sherfane Rutherford added the finishing touch with a composed 30* not out. It was a masterclass in controlled aggression.
The Stars of the Show
The scoreboard tells a lot of the story:
| Team | Score | Top Scorer | Top Bowler |
|---|---|---|---|
| RCB | 169/8 | Liam Livingstone (54) | Mohammed Siraj (3/19) |
| GT | 170/2 | Jos Buttler (73*) | Josh Hazlewood (1/31) |
Mohammed Siraj deservedly took home the Player of the Match award. His performance against his former team was truly exceptional. It just goes to show what a well-deserved break can do! And let's not forget Buttler's incredible performance! He cleaned up, winning the Curvv Super Striker, Fantasy Player of the Match, and Angle One Super Sixes awards. Sai Sudharsan also bagged the Rupay On-the-go Four Award.
What Did We Learn?
This match really highlighted the importance of early wickets in T20 cricket. Siraj’s early breakthroughs completely derailed RCB’s momentum. GT’s calm and collected chase was the perfect counterpoint. Buttler’s match-winning knock, combined with Siraj’s brilliant bowling, showed just how much talent is packed into the Gujarat Titans squad.
The Bottom Line
Gujarat Titans’ victory was a resounding success—a fantastic display of skill and strategy. The game was full of thrilling moments, and the individual brilliance of players like Buttler and Siraj was truly captivating. To keep up with all the latest IPL action and analysis, be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel – Go Beyond The Boundary!
