Gujarat Titans vs Sunrisers Hyderabad: Titans Dominate with a Calm Chase and Clever Bowling

On a breezy evening at the grand Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat Titans once again proved why they're one of the most composed teams in the IPL. Facing the high-voltage Sunrisers Hyderabad, the Titans turned what could’ve been a tricky chase into a cool walk in the park, winning the match by 7 wickets with five balls to spare.

But let’s not jump to the finish line so quickly. Let’s rewind and unpack this match that had moments of fire and ice.

Sunrisers Hyderabad Bat First – A Start Without Spark

Sunrisers won the toss and decided to bat first – a brave call at a venue where chasing is often easier. But their innings never really caught fire. Abhishek Sharma and Mayank Agarwal tried to give a steady start, but it was far from explosive. Abhishek made 29 off 20, showing glimpses of aggression, while Heinrich Klaasen chipped in with a quick 24.

However, it was Abdul Samad’s late cameo – 29 off just 14 balls – that helped SRH crawl to a total of 162/8. It wasn’t a total that would scare the Titans, but it was still defendable on a slow-ish pitch.

Enter: Mohit Sharma.

Mohit Sharma – The Veteran Strikes Back

Mohit Sharma is like old wine – getting better with time. He bowled with control, cunning, and clever variation. Picking up 3 wickets for just 25 runs in his 4 overs, he completely disrupted Hyderabad’s middle order. It wasn’t express pace, but it was thoughtful, street-smart bowling. The kind that wins games without headlines. He picked up Abhishek Sharma, Washington Sundar, and Shahbaz Ahmed – each dismissal halting SRH's momentum.

By the end of the first innings, Gujarat had the upper hand.

Gujarat’s Chase – Calm, Composed, Clinical

You know a team is confident when they don’t panic while chasing. Wriddhiman Saha gave the Titans a turbo start with 25 off just 13 balls. Shubman Gill, ever the calm presence, added a smooth 36. But the real engine of this chase was the partnership between Sai Sudharsan and David Miller.

Sai Sudharsan – a name that’s rapidly climbing the IPL charts – scored a well-paced 45 off 36. He didn’t try to overhit; he just placed, timed, and rotated strike like a seasoned pro. On the other hand, Miller – Gujarat’s dependable finisher – did what he does best. With 44* off 27 balls, he took the Titans across the finish line without breaking a sweat.

168/3 in 19.1 overs – Gujarat Titans had done it with style.

What This Match Showed Us

This wasn’t the most dramatic match of the season, but it was one of those games where strategy and maturity stood out. Gujarat Titans didn’t rely on one big performance – they operated like a unit. The bowlers were sharp, the batters were measured, and the captaincy was spot-on.

As for Sunrisers Hyderabad, they’ll need to rethink their middle-order strategy. There's talent in that lineup, but they need partnerships and better acceleration at the back end.

Final Word

In a tournament that thrives on chaos and last-over thrillers, this match was a refreshing display of smart cricket. Gujarat Titans proved again that consistency, cool heads, and calculated plans often beat sheer firepower.

And as the IPL caravan rolls on, one thing’s clear – never underestimate the Titans. They don’t roar loudly. They just win.