In a thrilling IPL 2024 encounter in Ahmedabad on Sunday, Gujarat Titans emerged victorious over Sunrisers Hyderabad by seven wickets. Chasing a target of 163 runs, GT showcased their batting prowess, completing the chase with five balls to spare. Sai Sudharsan led the charge with a top-score of 45, well-supported by David Miller and Shubman Gill, who contributed 44 and 36 runs respectively.

Earlier in the match, after winning the toss, Sunrisers Hyderabad opted to bat first. Despite getting off to decent starts, most of their batsmen struggled to capitalize, resulting in the team posting a total of 162/8. GT’s disciplined bowling attack ensured Sunrisers were contained, setting up a manageable target that their batsmen efficiently chased down, securing a convincing victory in front of the home crowd.

Sai Sudharsan and David Miller plays crucial role

In a dominating display, Gujarat Titans secured a comfortable seven-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in their IPL 2024 encounter. Skipper Shubman Gill contributed a steady 36 off 28 balls, while Sai Sudharsan continued his fine form with a brilliant 45 off 36 balls. David Miller played a pivotal role in leading GT to victory with his aggressive innings, scoring 44 runs off just 27 balls.

Earlier, Sunrisers Hyderabad arrived in Ahmedabad on the back of a record-breaking performance, having achieved the highest-ever total in IPL history in a thrilling clash against Mumbai Indians. Led by captain Pat Cummins, SRH are seeking their second win of the season as they face a struggling GT side in match No. 12 at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

Mohit’s crucial final over seals victory for Gujarat Titans

Gujarat Titans’ pacer Mohit Sharma emerged as the standout bowler, conceding only three runs in the crucial final over as Sunrisers Hyderabad reached 162-8 in their allotted 20 overs. Providing GT with a brisk start, Wriddhiman Saha and skipper Shubman Gill combined for 36 runs before Shahbaz Ahmed claimed the first wicket for Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Gill contributed 36 off 28 balls, while Sai Sudharsan continued his impressive form with a dynamic 45 off 36 balls. David Miller played a pivotal role, leading GT to a comfortable victory with his explosive 44 off just 27 balls, as Gujarat Titans triumphed over Pat Cummins and his team by seven wickets.

After parting ways with former captain Hardik Pandya, Gujarat Titans began their campaign with a promising victory over Mumbai Indians. However, Shubman Gill’s squad faced a setback in their previous match against defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK), suffering a 63-run defeat. The loss to CSK saw GT’s net run rate plummet to -1.425, highlighting areas for improvement.

Skipper Gill has faced scrutiny for his performances as a key batsman, managing scores of 31 and 8 in the opening fixtures. Meanwhile, David Miller, with a modest average of 29 in 2024, showcased his match-winning capabilities with a crucial innings against Sunrisers Hyderabad.

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In preparation for IPL 2024, Australian cricketer Matthew Wade has joined the GT squad, adding depth to their lineup. On the other hand, Sunrisers Hyderabad faced a setback with the injury-enforced absence of Wanindu Hasaranga. The spotlight was also on Heinrich Klaasen, leading SRH’s batting charge, who faced a challenge from GT’s Rashid Khan in their recent encounter.

As GT prepares to take on their next opponents at home, they aim to address their challenges and capitalize on the strengths of their revamped squad.