GT vs LSG IPL 2025 Match Review: LSG Spin a Web as GT Crumble in Final Overs Chase
Harshini Chase Begins with Purpose: Gill and Buttler Ignite Hopes
Gujarat Titans (GT) began their chase of a steep target against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) with aggression and elegance. Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler brought their A-game early, mixing caution with calculated strikes.
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Akash Maharaj Singh got the ball to swing early, but Sai Sudharsan countered in style. Stepping forward with intent, Sudharsan lofted the full outswinger elegantly over cover for four – a classy opener to set the tone.”
- Gill’s Flair: Showcased classical strokes, piercing the infield with grace. He began the innings with a confident cut off Shahbaz Ahmed, then launched into Avesh Khan with two boundaries – a wristy flick and a thumping drive.
- Buttler’s Blitz: But it was Buttler who lit up the powerplay, smashing back-to-back sixes off Avesh in the sixth over. His strike rate touched 180 as GT closed in on 60 inside the powerplay.
Setbacks at the Summit: LSG’s Fightback Begins
Just when the Titans seemed to be storming the fortress, LSG struck with back-to-back breakthroughs.
- Gill Falls for 35 (20): Avesh Khan once again became Gill’s nemesis. Trying to clear long-off, he mistimed a full delivery. Abdul Samad completed a diving stunner in the deep.
- Buttler Bowled for 33 (18): The real shock came when Akash Maharaj Singh, after returning from an injury scare, castled Buttler with a crafty slower one. The crowd was silenced as GT’s anchors were gone.
🔄 Middle Order Muscle: Rutherford and Shahrukh Counter-Attack
With the Titans wobbling, Sherfane Rutherford and Shahrukh Khan launched a fierce counter.
- Rutherford’s Brutality: He went berserk, taking Shahbaz and Avesh to the cleaners with three sixes, including a jaw-dropping reverse-swept maximum.
- Shahrukh’s Statement Fifty: Shahrukh Khan’s innings was power-packed and fearless. A flurry of boundaries and a huge six over point off Akash Deep underlined his confidence. He reached his second IPL fifty with a guided edge over short third.
Momentum Shifts: Key Dismissals Rock GT
Just as GT looked poised to accelerate, LSG chipped away with timely wickets, halting the flow.
- Rutherford Gone for 38 (22): William O’Rourke pulled back momentum with a slower ball that Rutherford mistimed to deep mid-wicket. A brilliant catch by Ravi Bishnoi sealed it.
- Tewatia’s Short Stay: Trying to loft one straight, Tewatia only managed to find long-on for 2. GT’s lower order was now under pressure.
Spin Seals the Deal: Badoni’s Magic Over
With GT needing around 20 from the last over and a tail exposed, Ayush Badoni emerged as the unlikely hero.
- Badoni Cleans Up Rabada & Kishore: Bowling slow and full, Badoni deceived both Rabada and Sai Kishore with subtle variations. Both tried to slog but missed, the stumps were rattled.
- Figures: 2.3-0-10-2 – phenomenal return for a part-timer in a tense finish.
The Final Collapse: GT Lose 5 for 14
LSG’s death bowling strategy worked to perfection.
- Avesh Khan removed the dangerous Shahrukh Khan for a 29-ball 57, with Bishnoi once again diving in to take a clutch catch.
- Arshad Khan and Rashid Khan could barely keep the scoreboard ticking as dot balls piled pressure.
- The final wicket fell with three balls left, sealing a comprehensive win for LSG.
Score Summary: GT’s Second Innings
| Batsman | Runs (Balls) | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shubman Gill | 35 (20) | 7 | 0 |
| Jos Buttler | 33 (18) | 3 | 2 |
| Rutherford | 38 (22) | 1 | 3 |
| Shahrukh Khan | 57 (29) | 5 | 3 |
| Rahul Tewatia | 2 (3) | 0 | 0 |
| Others | < 5 runs | ||
| Total | 180 all out |
Bowling Brilliance: LSG Bowlers Deliver Under Pressure
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avesh Khan | 4 | 39 | 2 |
| William O’Rourke | 4 | 36 | 3 |
| Shahbaz Ahmed | 4 | 28 | 1 |
| Ayush Badoni | 2.3 | 10 | 2 |
| Akash Deep | 3 | 38 | 0 |
Special mentions:
- Ravi Bishnoi (sub) – 2 critical catches under pressure.
- O’Rourke – used pace-off cleverly to trigger the middle-order slide.
Turning Point of the Innings: William ORourke‘s Strikes
Though LSG built pressure throughout the final overs, it was William ORourke’s 20th over – where he bowled Rabada and Kishore – that proved to be the ultimate nail in GT’s coffin.
Tactical Masterclass: LSG’s Bowling Plans
- Pace-Off to Big Hitters: O’Rourke and Shahbaz consistently pulled back lengths, targeting GT’s arc hitters like Rutherford and Shahrukh.
- Field Placements: Deep mid-wicket and long-off were patrolled expertly, especially for the slog sweep.
- Part-time Spin Surprise: Badoni bowled the 20th over – a gamble that paid massive dividends.
Conclusion: LSG Conquer Ahmedabad
The Gujarat Titans looked set to snatch victory until LSG’s clever bowling and tight fielding closed the doors. Ayush Badoni emerged the unexpected hero in a thriller that swung dramatically in the final 30 balls. This match may well go down as one of the smartest defended totals in IPL 2025, showcasing depth, resolve, and tactical brilliance.
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