Gujarat Titans clinched a thrilling victory against Rajasthan Royals by three wickets, ending the latter’s unbeaten streak in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Wednesday. The match witnessed a captivating final-over finish orchestrated by Rashid Khan, as Gujarat chased down the target set by Rajasthan with a determined effort.
Rashid Khan’s remarkable display in the last over proved to be decisive, as he smashed three boundaries off Avesh Khan’s bowling to propel Gujarat to a total of 199-7. Leading from the front, skipper Shubman Gill contributed significantly to the Titans’ chase with a stellar knock of 72 runs off just 44 deliveries. Rashid Khan’s unbeaten 24 off 11 balls provided the finishing touches to Gujarat’s successful pursuit.
Earlier in the match, Rajasthan Royals had set a challenging target of 196-3 in their allotted 20 overs, courtesy of impressive half-centuries from Riyan Parag and Sanju Samson. Despite losing their openers early, Rajasthan rallied through a resilient partnership between Samson and Parag, who combined forces to accumulate a commanding 130-run stand for the third wicket. Both batsmen capitalized on Gujarat’s lapses in the field, with Parag exhibiting aggression by hitting four sixes and two fours en route to his half-century.
In response, Gujarat’s chase got off to a promising start, with Gill forging a crucial 64-run partnership with Sai Sudharsan. However, Rajasthan’s Kuldeep Sen struck vital blows, claiming three wickets to halt Gujarat’s momentum. Despite the setbacks, Gill anchored the innings with his second half-century of the season, laying a solid foundation for his team’s victory.
The latter stages of Gujarat’s chase saw some tense moments, but a pivotal partnership between Rashid Khan and Rahul Tewatia turned the tide in their favor. The duo’s aggressive batting brought the equation down to the wire, ultimately culminating in a thrilling last-over victory for Gujarat Titans.
With this win, Gujarat Titans handed Rajasthan Royals their first defeat of the season, showcasing their resilience and determination in the IPL campaign.
