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Prasidh Krishna: Gujarat Titans' Rising Star
Prasidh Krishna is making waves in IPL 2025, delivering stellar performances for the Gujarat Titans. His exceptional bowling played a crucial role in GT's resounding 38-run victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in Match 51, played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on May 2nd. This win extended GT's impressive home winning streak against SRH. The match saw brilliant batting displays from Shubman Gill (76 runs) and Jos Buttler (64 runs), but it was Krishna's economical and wicket-taking spell that truly sealed the deal.
A Match-Winning Performance
Krishna’s figures of 2/19 in four overs were instrumental in restricting SRH to 186/6 while chasing a challenging 224. His economical bowling and ability to pick up key wickets, including Travis Head and Heinrich Klaasen, showcased his growing maturity and skill. This performance earned him the Player of the Match award and further cemented his reputation as a rising star in the IPL.
Season Highlights and Career Best
With 19 wickets from 10 matches in IPL 2025, Krishna has equalled his career-best tally achieved in IPL 2022, but in significantly fewer games. His economy rate of 7.48 is a testament to his improved control and tactical approach. Krishna credits his success to focused preparation, including meticulous opposition analysis and a keen eye on pitch behavior. He also highlights the supportive team environment at GT and the valuable insights gleaned from conversations with senior players.
Gujarat Titans' Bowling Prowess
GT skipper Shubman Gill lauded the team's bowling depth, emphasizing the contributions of various bowlers throughout the match against SRH. This depth, coupled with Krishna’s consistent brilliance, forms a formidable bowling attack, making GT a strong contender for the playoffs. The emergence of Gerald Coetzee, who made his debut for GT in this match, further strengthens their pace attack.
Looking Ahead
Krishna’s impressive IPL form has reignited discussions about his potential in Test cricket. While he remains focused on the IPL, his current form and past successes in Test matches, including a six-wicket haul in the Sydney Test against Australia, strongly suggest a bright future for him in the longer format. He aims to use this IPL form as a springboard for the upcoming Test series in England, demonstrating his ambition and versatility as a cricketer. The purple cap race remains close, but Krishna is definitely a strong contender with his current form.
