GT vs SRH IPL 2024: In the high-stakes encounter of IPL 2024, Gujarat Titans emerged victorious against Sunrisers Hyderabad in a thrilling 12th match at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The Titans, led by Shubman Gill, showcased a disciplined performance with both bat and ball to secure a convincing seven-wicket win over a formidable Sunrisers side captained by Pat Cummins.
SRH after being the highest-scoring team of the IPL from the previous match against MI, SRH struggled today to perform well in front of GT.
Team Lineups:
Gujarat Titans (Playing XI): Wriddhiman Saha(w), Shubman Gill(c), Azmatullah Omarzai, David Miller, Vijay Shankar, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Umesh Yadav, Noor Ahmad, Mohit Sharma, Darshan
Nalkande Sunrisers Hyderabad (Playing XI): Mayank Agarwal, Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen(w), Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Pat Cummins(c), Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mayank Markande, Jaydev Unadkat
Impact Substitutes: Gujarat Titans Impact Substitutes: Sai Sudharsan, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Sharath BR, Manav Suthar, Abhinav Manohar Sunrisers Hyderabad Impact Substitutes: Umran Malik, Washington Sundar, Glenn Phillips, Nitish Reddy, Upendra Yadav
First Innings Overview:
Sunrisers Hyderabad won the toss and elected to bat first, setting a competitive target of 162/8 for Gujarat Titans. The SRH innings were characterized by a mix of steady partnerships and timely breakthroughs from the GT bowlers. Mohit Sharma’s spell stood out as he picked crucial wickets, finishing with figures of 3/27. Abdul Samad and Shahbaz Ahmed’s cameos further boosted SRH’s total, with Ahmed contributing a valuable 20 runs off 8 balls.
Second Innings Highlights:
In response to SRH’s target, Gujarat Titans got off to a solid start with Wriddhiman Saha and Shubman Gill laying a foundation. Saha played aggressively, scoring 21 off 15 balls before Bhuvneshwar Kumar dismissed him. Shubman Gill anchored the innings with a composed 30 off 28 deliveries, steering GT towards their target. However, the turning point came when David Miller took charge of the innings with a brilliant cameo. Despite struggling with an injury, Miller’s explosive knock of 48 runs off 24 balls, including 3 fours and 3 sixes, turned the game in GT’s favour. His partnership with Vijay Shankar (22* off 16) ensured GT chased down the target with 7 wickets in hand and 7 balls to spare.
GT vs SRH IPL 2024 Key Turning Points
- Mohit Sharma’s early wickets, including the crucial scalp of Mayank Agarwal, put SRH on the back foot.
- Travis Head’s dismissal of Noor Ahmad shifted momentum towards GT during SRH’s innings.
- Rashid Khan’s breakthrough by dismissing Heinrich Klaasen slowed down SRH’s scoring rate.
- David Miller’s explosive innings, especially his assault on Mayank Markande’s over, shifted the game decisively in GT’s favour.
Individual Performances:
- Mohit Sharma’s disciplined bowling and crucial breakthroughs earned him the Player of the Match award.
- David Miller’s match-winning knock showcased his experience and ability to perform under pressure.
- Rashid Khan’s pivotal wicket of Klaasen highlighted his value as a key player for Gujarat Titans.
The clash between Gujarat Titans and Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2024 was a spectacle of cricketing prowess and tactical brilliance. GT’s clinical chase, led by David Miller’s heroics, underscored their resilience and skill in pressure situations. While SRH fought valiantly, GT’s determined performance ensured a thrilling victory, setting the stage for more exciting encounters in the tournament ahead.
Who won the GT vs SRH IPL 2024 Match?
GT won the match by 7 wickets.
