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Rajasthan Royals Shock Gujarat Titans: Suryavanshi's Record-Breaking Century
In a stunning upset that sent shockwaves through the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) demolished the Gujarat Titans (GT) by eight wickets, thanks to a breathtaking, record-breaking century by 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi.
A Teenage Sensation
Suryavanshi's 38-ball 101, the second-fastest century in IPL history, left the GT bowlers bewildered. His innings was a masterclass in aggressive batting, featuring seven fours and an astonishing eleven sixes. He smashed 28 runs off one Ishant Sharma over and 30 runs in Afghan spinner Karim Janat's first IPL over. This performance overshadowed even Yashasvi Jaiswal’s quick-fire 70, showcasing a raw talent that has captivated the cricketing world. Suryavanshi's 17-ball fifty was also the fastest in IPL 2025, making him the youngest ever to reach the milestone.
Gujarat Titans' Stumble
Despite a strong start from GT's top order, with Shubman Gill scoring 84 and Jos Buttler contributing an unbeaten 50, their bowling attack completely crumbled under the pressure of Suryavanshi and Jaiswal's explosive partnership of 166 runs. Gill himself later admitted that GT "lost it in the powerplay," highlighting the Royals' dominant start. The Titans' inability to contain the RR openers in the powerplay proved to be the decisive factor in the match.
Rajasthan Royals' Resurgence
This victory was crucial for the Rajasthan Royals, who were struggling near the bottom of the table before this match. The win breathes new life into their playoff hopes, though they still require several wins with substantial net run rate improvements to secure a place in the next round. Their upcoming matches against Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders, Chennai Super Kings, and Punjab Kings will be crucial in their quest to make the playoffs.
A Night to Remember
The RR vs GT match will be remembered not only for Suryavanshi's record-breaking performance but also for the sheer dominance displayed by the Rajasthan Royals. It serves as a reminder that in the unpredictable world of T20 cricket, anything is possible, especially when a 14-year-old prodigy decides to rewrite the rulebook. The match highlighted the importance of aggressive batting, and the potential for upsets in the later stages of the tournament.
