Gujarat Titans claimed their first 10-wicket win of the season thanks to Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan setting the pace during Powerplay, before Jos Buttler took control.
DC skipper Axar Patel felt they fell 10-15 runs short on this batting pitch and expressed disappointment that their bowlers couldn’t challenge the batters enough.
In this article, we will discuss the main points or high lights of Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals Match Scorecard.
Scorecard of Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals
Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans engaged in an epic match to showcase all that Indian Premier League cricket can bring, with KL Rahul scoring his exquisite hundred to Sai Sudharsan setting an all-time chase record – fans were treated to an unforgettable spectacle!
Shubman Gill won the toss and elected for bowling first on an overcast, dew-soaked morning, making an early decision based on dew conditions wisely chosen. Mohammed Siraj and Arshad Khan from GT bowlers proved tough going for DC batters early on before Rishabh Pant played magnificently to score an unbeaten 112 off just 92 balls! DC began to find some momentum once Rishabh came on as they saw Rishabh Pant play with ease to score an unbeaten 112 from just 92 balls!
After an initially slow start, DC’s middle order quickly found their feet, quickly taking control of the innings and heading toward 200 runs. But in the final stages they suffered several wickets which allowed GT back into the match; but experienced duo Dushmantha Chameera and Sherfane Rutherford managed to control it once more and drive their innings into an advantageous position.
At the end of it all, GT emerged victorious and truly won this heart-pounding contest.
GT have secured a playoff place, joining Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore. Now is their opportunity to seize it and showcase some remarkable performances in their remaining matches.
Delhi Capitals will look to secure a playoff berth and finish second place. They hope to improve their form with some wins over the coming weeks, and have an important match against Mumbai Indians on Wednesday that promises to be another entertaining match-up.
Match Summary of Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals
Gujarat Titans defeated Delhi Capitals 10 wickets by scoring an unassailable century by Sai Sudharsan as GT chased down their target of 200 without difficulty at Arun Jaitley Stadium in IPL 2025. This win not only guaranteed qualification for IPL Playoffs with three wins but also put them above Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore on the table.
Delhi captain Axar Patel acknowledged their mistakes were key factors in their defeat, saying the pitch provided enough momentum but their team still fell short of scoring enough runs to win comfortably. He further stressed they will focus on learning from this loss by embracing its positives.
Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill was delighted with the result of the match, noting they still have two games remaining and hope to finish in the top four. Additionally, he felt proud of how his team performed in this game.
Delhi Capitals struggled against Gujarat’s impressive bowling attack during their first innings, as Faf du Plessis was out for just five runs in just the first over. Rizvi was then bowled by Kuldeep Yadav before Corey Anderson also fell victim. They finished on just 93-4 after 15 overs.
KL Rahul then hit an unbeaten 112 off 65 balls – studded with 14 fours and four sixes – making history by becoming the first IPL batter ever to score hundreds for three different franchises.
Early in the match, Gujarat opener Sudharsan scored his second IPL century of 2018. Together with Jos Buttler they posted an excellent opening partnership of 118 runs at second wicket to set a target of 199 to defend. Buttler was later run-out but Gill and Sherfane Rutherford helped ensure an easy home win for Gujarat.
DC and GT share similar head-to-head records, each side winning three matches against each other during regular season play. DC and GT will meet again for their last regular season match-up this coming Monday.
Points Table
Here are the last five IPL matches between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Delhi Capitals (DC), up to May 18, 2025:
| # | Date | Venue | Winner | Result / Margin | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | May 18, 2025 | Delhi (Arun Jaitley) | Gujarat Titans | Won by 10 wickets | Sai Sudharsan 108* off 61, Gill 93* – GT chased 200+ without loss |
| 2 | Apr 19, 2025 | Ahmedabad (Narendra Modi) | Gujarat Titans | Won by 7 wickets | Jos Buttler 97* anchored chase; Prasidh Khan 4/41 |
| 3 | Apr 24, 2024 | Delhi | Delhi Capitals | Won by 4 runs | Rishabh Pant unbeaten 88 and DC posted 224, GT faltered in chase |
| 4 | Apr 17, 2024 | Ahmedabad | Delhi Capitals | Won by 6 wickets | DC chased low total of 89 to win comfortably |
| 5 | May 2, 2023 | Ahmedabad | Delhi Capitals | Won by 5 runs | Close finish in earlier GT vs DC match |
GT’s crushing win against DC propelled them to the top of the points table with 18 from 12 matches, moving them within one win of reaching top two finish in IPL 2025’s league stage.
The Titans have been one of the more impressive teams this season and have proven that people underestimated them at first. Their top order has been firing on all cylinders while middle order batsmen have also come through for them in recent games.
Shubman Gill and B Sai Sudharsan’s unbeaten partnership of 205 runs was key to DC’s victory as it allowed them to thrash a target of 200 effortlessly. Sudharsan scored his century off 56 balls while Gill remained unbeaten throughout, playing second fiddle to Sudharsan throughout.
Delhi Capitals were left lamenting their missed opportunities with the bat, according to Axar Patel who believes they fell 10-15 runs short, which ultimately proved decisive in this encounter. He further commented that many batters got starts but couldn’t capitalise on them, losing momentum at crucial moments and thus losing momentum themselves in crucial periods. Axar further stated that Jake Fraser-McGurk will learn much from this loss.
DC are now third in the points table and must win their remaining three matches to secure a playoff berth. They may rely on other results in order to keep hope alive; with Mustafizur Rahman and Tristan Stubbs set to return home soon.
This match promises to be an entertaining one as both teams have put in outstanding performances in league play. Expect high scoring in this battle for playoff spot; stay tuned to Sky247 for live updates from this clash and don’t forget our handy mobile app will allow you to catch it live wherever you are!
Final Score
It was always going to be close, but in the end it was Gujarat Titans who prevailed, outwitting league leaders Delhi Capitals with Jos Buttler’s superb display to secure a seven-wicket win for themselves.
KL Rahul spearheaded Delhi’s chase at Arun Jaitley Stadium by scoring an unbeaten hundred in just 65 balls to take them to 199 for 3, becoming only the third fastest batsman ever to reach 8000 runs in IPL cricket. His innings was punctuated with 14 boundaries and four sixes for an outstanding display that brought their total up to 199 for 3.
Rahul was well supported by Axar Patel and Tristan Stubbs who both played key finishing roles, adding 53 runs in 10 overs for DC to defend against Mohit Sharma and closing in on 200 with two sixes off him in those final 10 overs. Patel stood out with two sixes off Mohit Sharma to help push them over that mark.
At first it appeared as though Delhi bowlers would hold firm during an important juncture of their chase, but Buttler’s blistering strokes proved too much. He pulled Mohammed Siraj’s fourth delivery for six and later hit another six over long-on – prompting their skipper to call a Strategic Timeout as his batsmen seemed fatigued.
Both teams need a win here to have any chance at topping the points table, though Delhi are facing their own pressure as only five victories separate them from qualifying for play-off spots and qualification to the top four.
