Lot of people talk about big-hitters but...: GT skipper Gill hails Siraj after win over SRH

ANI April 7, 2025 174 views

Gujarat Titans clinched another impressive victory in IPL 2025, defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad with a comprehensive performance. Captain Shubman Gill emphasized the critical role of bowlers, particularly highlighting Mohammed Siraj's match-changing spell. The team's batting lineup, led by Gill and Washington Sundar, demonstrated remarkable resilience in chasing down the target. This win solidifies GT's strong position in the tournament standings, while SRH continues to struggle with consistent performances.

"Bowlers are game-changers especially in this format, lot of people talk about big-hitters but bowlers win you games." - Shubman Gill
Hyderabad, April 6: Speaking after his side's win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Gujarat Titans (GT) skipper Shubman Gill hailed Mohammed Siraj's match-winning spell, saying that despite people talking about big-hitting batters a lot, it is bowlers who win their teams games.

Key Points

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Siraj's electrifying bowling spell turned the match in GT's favor

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Gill and Sundar's 90-run partnership crucial for victory

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GT maintains second position with impressive win

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SRH struggles continue with fourth consecutive loss

GT continued their upward trajectory in the IPL 2025 with their third successive win and perhaps the cleanest one so far while a reckless SRH succumbed to their fourth successive loss at Uppal Stadium on Sunday.

Speaking after the post-match presentation on Siraj, Gill said on Siraj, "Bowlers are game-changers especially in this format, lot of people talk about big-hitters but bowlers win you games. The energy he (Mohammed Siraj) brings during bowling and fielding is infectious."

On his partnership of 90 runs with Washington Sundar and his knock, Gill said, "We wanted to play shots all along the ground, that was the chat between me and Washington Sundar. He (Sundar) was padded up in the match against MI but with the Impact player rule, you have to change your plans at times. The way he batted today was fantastic. There was no conversation as such, it was all about playing good cricketing shots and once we had a 30-40 run partnership, it was taking the game from there."

Coming to the match, SRH was put to bat first after GT won the toss. The top order of Travis Head (8), Abhishek Sharma (18), and Ishan Kishan (17) was poor once again as the side was reduced to 50/3. A 50-run stand between Nitish Kumar Reddy (31 in 34 balls, with three fours) and Heinrich Klaasen (27 in 19 balls, with two fours and a six) and a cameo by skipper Pat Cummins (22* in nine balls, with three fours and a six) lifted SRH to 152/8 in their 20 overs.

Prasidh Krishna (2/25) and Sai Kishore (2/24) were also impressive with the ball.

GT started the 153-run chase in a shaky way, losing two wickets for 16 runs. However, sensational 90-run stand between skipper Shubman Gill (61 in 43 balls, with nine fours) and Washington Sundar (49 in 29 balls, with five fours and two sixes) took the match away from SRH in one big swoop and finishing was handled expertly by Sherfane Rutherford (35* in 16 balls, with six fours and a six) as target was chased down with 20 balls and seven wickets in hand.

GT is at the second spot in the points table with three wins and a loss, giving them six points. SRH is struggling at the bottom, suffering their fourth successive loss after a big win over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in a high-scoring campaign opener.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Siraj was absolutely 🔥 today! That spell changed the game completely. Gill is right - bowlers don't always get the credit they deserve in T20s. #Respect
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Priya M.
SRH's batting lineup needs serious work. Can't keep collapsing like this every match. Meanwhile, GT looking like serious title contenders this season!
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Amit S.
That Gill-Sundar partnership was pure class. Loved how they built the innings without going berserk from ball one. Proper cricket shots win matches too!
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Neha P.
While I agree bowlers deserve more credit, I think Gill could have acknowledged the fielders more. Some of those catches and stops were match-winning efforts too!
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Vikram J.
SRH management needs to stop experimenting and stick to a stable lineup. Changing players every match is hurting their rhythm. GT showing how consistency pays off.
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Sanjay R.
Rutherford's finishing was 👌 That's exactly what you need from your finisher - cool head and clean hitting. GT's middle order looks solid this year!

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IPL 2025 Gujarat Titans Shubman Gill Mohammed Siraj Sunrisers Hyderabad Cricket T20
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