Gujarat Titans returned to their winning form in a nail-biting finish, thanks to Rashid Khan’s composed batting, securing victory against Rajasthan Royals on the final ball. Chasing a target of 196 runs, GT achieved their third win of the season with three wickets in hand, while RR faced their first loss.
Shubman Gill’s impressive 72 off 44 balls laid the groundwork for the chase, supported by crucial contributions from Rahul Tewatia and Rashid Khan in the lower order. Despite a strong start at 64/0 in the 9th over, GT faced a setback, slipping to 111/4 by the 14th over. However, a late surge, including a crucial over where Kuldeep Sen conceded 20 runs, and Rashid Khan’s final-over heroics secured the win for GT.
Reflecting on the game, Gill expressed confidence in the team’s ability to chase down the target, maintaining a positive mindset throughout. He also praised Rashid Khan’s competitiveness and crucial role in the team’s success. During the post-match presentation, Gill responded to commentator Harsha Bhogle’s suggestion that they had left it too late to push for victory, expressing confidence in GT’s ability to turn the game around at any moment.