Gujarat Titans (GT) will take on Delhi Capitals (DC) in Match 35 of the Indian Premier League 2025 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Saturday, April 19.
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Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals: Preview
Gujarat Titans and Delhi Capitals may differ significantly in strategy and squad structure, but one thing they share in IPL 2025 is consistency. With both teams having played six matches, DC lead slightly with five wins, while GT follow closely with four. This upcoming clash will mark the official halfway point of the season for both sides.
Gujarat Titans (GT) are a perfect reminder that first impressions can often be deceiving. Heading into their debut IPL season in 2022, few expected them to make an impact. Yet, they stunned everyone by clinching the title and came within a delivery of retaining it the very next year.
After a forgettable campaign in 2024, the narrative seemed to be repeating in IPL 2025. Their top order appeared too similar in approach—anchoring rather than attacking—while the middle order looked fragile. However, GT have once again defied the odds, emerging as one of the tournament’s most formidable sides.
GT have embraced a somewhat old-school approach—relying heavily on a strong top order and a robust bowling attack. Despite this, their victories have come with a nice balance: two while setting a target and two while chasing. After a four-match winning streak, they were halted by LSG in Lucknow. Still, under Shubman Gill’s leadership, the Titans appear to be a well-rounded unit, particularly lethal with the ball.
Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, and Jos Buttler have played a crucial role in shielding Gujarat Titans’ vulnerable middle order by consistently providing solid starts. All three have also upped their scoring rates compared to last season, adding more aggression to their approach. Shubman Gill has taken his powerplay game up a notch this season, improving his strike rate from 131.08 last year to an impressive 151.19.
Sai Sudharsan has been a pillar of consistency for GT at the top. In his 26 Powerplay innings, he has been dismissed only four times, boasting an extraordinary average of 105.0 in that phase — the best in IPL history for any batter with a minimum of 20 innings. Gujarat Titans’ opening pair has been the most productive in IPL 2025 so far, amassing 320 runs in six matches at an impressive average of 53.33 — the highest among all teams.
Jos Buttler boasts a dominant record against DC’s Mitchell Starc—striking at 177.41 and falling to him just once in seven innings.
GT’s biggest strength continues to be their bowling unit—Mohammed Siraj setting the tone in the powerplay, Prasidh Krishna applying pressure in the middle overs, and R Sai Kishore stepping up impressively in the absence of Rashid Khan’s usual impact. With the ball, Mohammed Siraj has been lethal early on, claiming seven wickets in the powerplay—joint-most in the tournament alongside CSK’s Khaleel Ahmed. While Rashid Khan has been inconsistent, R Sai Kishore has filled the gap admirably—though he did come under pressure in their last outing against Nicholas Pooran.
Mohit Sharma found a new lease of life with Gujarat Titans, where his career saw a remarkable revival. In IPL 2023, he became their trusted option at the death and ended the season as the tournament’s second-highest wicket-taker. Now donning Delhi Capitals colours in IPL 2025, Mohit will face his former side on Saturday in what promises to be an intriguing clash.
However, Saturday afternoon poses a significant challenge as GT face a more balanced Delhi Capitals (DC) side—one that boasts a 2-0 record in Ahmedabad. Interestingly, those two wins came on different surfaces: one on red soil and the other on black. Unlike many other teams, GT appear to have some influence over pitch conditions, and with both sides boasting potent pace and spin attacks, the nature of the surface could be a deciding factor.
DC currently sit atop the points table with five wins from six matches. Another victory would solidify their position or help them reclaim it, depending on the outcome of Friday night’s clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings. For GT, a win would virtually guarantee them the top spot as well, making this encounter a high-stakes battle.
The Capitals head into this clash riding high on confidence after a thrilling Super Over victory against Rajasthan Royals at home. Under Axar Patel’s leadership, they’ve developed a knack for pulling off wins from improbable situations—making them a truly dangerous outfit. While injuries and inconsistency have hit parts of their squad—Faf du Plessis is sidelined, and Jake Fraser-McGurk hasn’t quite fired—the middle order has stepped up. KL Rahul has been the standout performer with the bat, ably supported by the likes of Tristan Stubbs and the ever-explosive Ashutosh Sharma, who announced himself in style with a stunning display in the tournament opener against LSG.
On the other side, Jake Fraser-McGurk’s troubles have continued. Since the end of IPL 2024, he has survived the Powerplay in only seven of his 29 T20 innings. This season alone, he has recorded five single-digit scores, with a top score of just 38 — highlighting the inconsistency plaguing DC’s top order. Delhi Capitals’ openers have struggled, managing just 126 runs in the same number of games at an average of 21, the lowest in the league.
Much like GT, Delhi Capitals also boast a strong bowling unit, though they lean more on their elite spin trio. While Axar has yet to be at his best with the ball—still recovering full rhythm after a finger injury—his form is on the rise. Kuldeep Yadav continues to be the spearhead, and Vipraj Nigam has emerged as an exciting new talent. Among bowlers who have delivered at least ten overs this season, DC’s Kuldeep Yadav stands out with the best economy rate of 6.04.
On the flip side, KL Rahul has found it tough going against Rashid Khan, managing a strike rate of just 96.96 while being dismissed three times in nine encounters.
Rashid, Sai Kishore, and Washington vs. Kuldeep, Axar, and Vipraj Nigam — a spin battle for the ages. Which trio will emerge victorious?
With both sides in good form and packed with match-winners, this promises to be a tightly contested and high-stakes battle as the league stage reaches its midpoint.
Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals: Recent Form
Gujarat Titans LWWWW (last five matches, most recent first)
Delhi Capitals WLWWW
Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals: Head-to-Head
GT 2-3 DC. There’s little to separate the two teams in this matchup.
- Matches Played: 05
- Won by Gujarat Titans: 02
- Won by Delhi Capitals: 03
- Tied: 00
- No Result: 00
- First-ever Fixture: April 02, 2022
- Most-recent Fixture: April 24, 2024
Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals: Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
The red-soil pitch provides good pace and bounce, while the black-soil pitch is slower and more favorable for spinners. It will be interesting to see which one GT opts for. With the game being played during the day, the forecast predicts “excessive heat,” and temperatures are expected to reach around 38°C.
Overall, the pitches have been conducive to batting. The two red-soil surfaces at this venue have allowed teams to score over 200 runs comfortably, while the black-soil pitch also supported a decent total of 196. Bowlers have had an impact, especially on the black-soil track.
Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals: Team News and Predicted XI
Gujarat Titans – Team News
Kagiso Rabada remains unavailable after leaving for an emergency, and there’s no update on his return yet. The pitch will determine whether Washington Sundar or Kulwant Khejroliya features in the playing XI. Dasun Shanaka has been added to the GT squad as a replacement for the injured Glenn Phillips, although he may not be available for this match.
Rashid Khan could be a key factor for GT in his matchup against KL Rahul, having dismissed the batter three times in 47 balls.
Gujarat Titans – Predicted XI
- Shubman Gill (capt)
- B Sai Sudharsan
- Jos Buttler (wk)
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Shahrukh Khan
- Washington Sundar
- Rahul Tewatia
- Rashid Khan
- Arshad Khan
- R Sai Kishore
- Mohammed Siraj
- Prasidh Krishna
Delhi Capitals – Team News
If Faf du Plessis is deemed fit for DC, he could replace Jake Fraser-McGurk, who has accumulated just 55 runs in six innings at a strike rate of 105.76. Kuldeep Yadav, who suffered a shoulder injury against Rajasthan Royals, is expected to recover soon, with Axar Patel suggesting it’s not a significant concern. Du Plessis is progressing well in his recovery and may have an outside chance of playing in this match. Kuldeep Yadav’s injury is also under observation, but it is not anticipated to be serious.
Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel will play crucial roles against Jos Buttler, having each dismissed the England batter three times.
Delhi Capitals – Predicted XI
- Faf du Plessis/Jake Fraser-McGurk
- Abishek Porel
- Karun Nair
- KL Rahul (wk)
- Tristan Stubbs
- Axar Patel (capt)
- Ashutosh Sharma
- Vipraj Nigam
- Mitchell Starc
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Mohit Sharma
- Mukesh Kumar
Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals: Players To Watch Out For
Sherfane Rutherford (Gujarat Titans)
Despite a tough innings against Lucknow Super Giants, Sherfane Rutherford has offered significant stability to GT’s middle order. Capitalizing on the foundation laid by the top three, he has accumulated 158 runs in six innings at an average of 39.50 and a strike rate of 166.31.
This is a notable improvement compared to his overall T20 stats, where he averages 23.48 with a strike rate of 136.06. With Phillips sidelined for the tournament, Rutherford’s current form becomes even more crucial for GT.
Tristan Stubbs (Delhi Capitals)
Tristan Stubbs is proving why DC made the wise decision to retain him ahead of the mega auction. With 152 runs in six innings, he is the team’s third-highest run-scorer this season. However, what truly sets Stubbs apart is his mastery in the crucial moments.
He boasts a strike rate of 211.53 in the death overs, and his overall dot-ball percentage of 17.20 is the best in the league (minimum 50 balls faced).
Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals: Prediction
Scenario 1
- Toss: Gujarat Titans win the toss and bat
- Powerplay Score: 55-65
- Gujarat Titans Total: 190-210
- Match Result: Gujarat Titans win the match
Scenario 2
- Toss: Delhi Capitals win the toss and bat
- Powerplay Score: 50-60
- Delhi Capitals Total: 200-220
- Match Result: Delhi Capitals win the match
When and Where To Watch Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals LIVE? Broadcast and Streaming Details
The Indian Premier League 2025 clash between Gujarat Titans and Delhi Capitals is set to begin at 3:30 PM IST on Saturday, April 19, at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports network and will also be available for live streaming on JioHotstar for FREE.
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FAQs
Who holds the edge in GT vs DC head-to-head record?
Delhi Capitals lead the head-to-head with 3 wins in 5 matches against Gujarat Titans.
What pitch can be expected in GT vs DC clash?
The venue offers both red-soil (pace and bounce) and black-soil (assists spinners) pitches. Batting has generally been fruitful on both.
Is Kagiso Rabada playing today for DC?
Kagiso Rabada remains unavailable due to a personal emergency, with no confirmed update on his return.
What role could Tristan Stubbs play for DC?
Stubbs has been vital in the death overs, scoring 152 runs this season with a strike rate of 211.53 in the final phase.
Will Faf du Plessis and Kuldeep Yadav play against GT?
Faf has an outside chance of featuring, while Kuldeep’s shoulder issue is not considered serious.
