IPL 2025: Why is Jake Fraser-McGurk not playing in starting XI in GT vs DC Match 35?

Jake Fraser-McGurk was dropped from DC's playing XI as they posted a strong total against GT in Match 35 of IPL 2025, with Gujarat chasing under pressure.

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Nani rayapati

Updated - Apr 19, 2025, 18:26 IST

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In a high-voltage encounter at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Delhi Capitals made a bold move by excluding Jake Fraser-McGurk from their starting XI for Match 35 of IPL 2025 against Gujarat Titans. The decision comes after the explosive Australian batter struggled to make an impact in the tournament so far.

Delhi Capitals, riding high after a thrilling Super Over win against Rajasthan Royals, currently sit at the top of the table with five wins from six games. Their solid run has been a mix of strong leadership, clinical bowling, and key contributions from both experienced and young players. Meanwhile, the Gujarat Titans are looking to bounce back after their four-match winning streak was halted by a defeat to the Lucknow Super Giants.

Changes in the Lineup

With Fraser-McGurk sidelined, Delhi has reshuffled their combination, bringing in a more balanced mix of local talent and seasoned names. In contrast, Gujarat have brought back experienced pacer Ishant Sharma, strengthening their bowling unit. The decision to bench Fraser-McGurk underlines Delhi’s push for consistency as they look to maintain momentum in the business end of the season.

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Live Score Update

Delhi Capitals set a formidable target of 204 runs, posting 203/8 in their 20 overs. Captain Axar Patel led the scoring with 39 runs off 32 balls, while Ashutosh Sharma contributed a quickfire 37. For the Gujarat Titans, Prasidh Krishna was the standout bowler, claiming 4 wickets for 41 runs, including two in two balls .​

In response, the Gujarat Titans are currently at 41/1 after 3.5 overs, needing 163 runs from 97 balls at a required run rate of 10.08. Opener Shubman Gill was run out for 7 runs due to a miscommunication with his partner. Sai Sudharsan is unbeaten on 23 off 10 balls, and Jos Buttler is at the crease with 11 runs from 8 balls.

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GT vs. DC, Match 35 - Playing XIs

Gujarat Titans

Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (C), Jos Buttler (WK), Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Arshad Khan, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj, Ishant Sharma.

Impact Substitutes: Sherfane Rutherford, Mahipal Lomror, Anuj Rawat, Washington Sundar, Karim Janat

Delhi Capitals

Abishek Porel, Karun Nair, KL Rahul (WK), Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel (C), Ashutosh Sharma, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohit Sharma, and Mukesh Kumar.

Impact Substitutes: Jake Fraser-McGurk, Darshan Nalkande, Sameer Rizvi, Donovan Ferreira, Dushmantha Chameera

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