The IPL 2025 season is already delivering nail-biting encounters, and Match 5 between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) was no exception. The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad witnessed an electrifying contest as PBKS pulled off a sensational victory, edging past GT by 11 runs in a high-scoring game.
PBKS Batting Brilliance – Shreyas Iyer Leads from the Front
PBKS, led by their newly appointed captain Shreyas Iyer, put on a batting masterclass. After being asked to bat first, PBKS made full use of the flat pitch and piled up a mammoth 243/5 in 20 overs.
- Shreyas Iyer played a breathtaking knock of 97 off just 42 balls*, hammering 9 sixes and 5 fours.
- Shashank Singh provided the perfect finishing touch with an explosive 44 off 16 balls*, smashing 23 runs in the final over.
- Other key contributions came from Liam Livingstone (38 off 22) and Jonny Bairstow (29 off 18), setting up a formidable total.
Iyer’s leadership shone through when he encouraged Shashank to go all out in the final over instead of focusing on his personal milestone – a selfless move that added crucial runs to the total.
GT’s Chase – Sudharsan and Buttler Fight Back
Gujarat Titans were up against a daunting target of 244, but their top order didn’t back down from the challenge.
- Sai Sudharsan (68 off 37) and Jos Buttler (55 off 32) provided a strong foundation.
- Sherfane Rutherford (46 off 22) played a fiery knock to keep the chase alive.
- Despite their valiant efforts, GT managed 232/5, falling short by just 11 runs.
PBKS bowlers held their nerve in the final overs, with Arshdeep Singh (3/42) and Kagiso Rabada (2/45) making crucial breakthroughs.
Key Moments of the Match
✅ Shreyas Iyer’s Captain’s Knock – A match-winning 97*, leading from the front.
✅ Shashank Singh’s Heroics – Quickfire 44* in the final overs, sealing the deal for PBKS.
✅ GT’s Strong Start – Sudharsan and Buttler kept the game alive till the very end.
✅ PBKS Bowlers Deliver Under Pressure – Arshdeep and Rabada’s disciplined bowling turned the game around.
Final Verdict
This thrilling contest highlighted PBKS’s aggressive batting, GT’s resilience, and some outstanding individual performances. With this victory, PBKS announced themselves as serious contenders in IPL 2025, while GT will look to bounce back stronger in their upcoming fixtures.
Stay tuned for more IPL 2025 action!