SRH vs GT Highlights | IPL 2025 | Siraj Stars as GT Cruise to 7-Wicket Win

Gujarat Titans Dominate Sunrisers Hyderabad as Mohammed Siraj Shines Bright in 7-Wicket Win

Summary
Gujarat Titans thrashed Sunrisers Hyderabad by 7 wickets in Match 19 of IPL 2025.
Mohammed Siraj led the charge with a sensational 4-wicket haul, earning Player of the Match honours.
SRH posted a below-par 152/8 despite promising starts, undone by a middle-order collapse.
Shubman Gill and Washington Sundar guided the chase with aggressive half-centuries.
GT move to the top four on the table, while SRH slip further down with four losses in five games.

Sunrisers Hyderabad Innings

152/8 in 20 overs

• Travis Head – 8 (5)

• Abhishek Sharma – 18 (16)

• Heinrich Klaasen – 27 (19)

• Nitish Reddy – 31 (34)

• Aniket Verma – 18 (14)

• Pat Cummins (c) – 22* (9)

• Mohammed Siraj – 4-17 (4 overs) 

• Sai Kishore – 2-24 (4 overs)

Gujarat Titans Innings

153/3 in 16.4 overs

• Shubman Gill (c) – 61* (43)

• Washington Sundar – 49 (29)

• Sherfane Rutherford – 35* (16)

• Mohammed Shami – 2-28 (4 overs)

• Pat Cummins – 1-26 (3.4 overs)

Player of the Match: Mohammed Siraj – 4/17

Titans Storm Through Hyderabad with Ruthless All-Round Display

The Gujarat Titans delivered a cricketing masterclass at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Sunday night, overpowering Sunrisers Hyderabad by 7 wickets in a match that was more lopsided than the scoreline suggests. With this result, Gujarat Titans not only clinched their third win of the tournament but also deepened the woes of a misfiring Sunrisers Hyderabad.

The star of the evening? Mohammed Siraj, who bulldozed through SRH's top and lower order with a fiery spell of 4/17. He earned Player of the Match, and deservedly so. From the first ball to the last, the Titans looked like a side brimming with confidence, while SRH’s body language only reflected their mounting frustrations.

SRH Batting Falters Again Despite Brief Sparks

Put in to bat, SRH once again failed to convert potential into productivity. Travis Head was sent packing in the very first over by Siraj, setting the tone for a tense innings. While Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan tried to resurrect the innings, both fell before settling in, leaving the middle order exposed to Gujarat's disciplined attack.

The onus then shifted to Heinrich Klaasen, who gave glimpses of intent with a brisk 27, but his dismissal in the 14th over by Sai Kishore proved pivotal. The spin duo of Rashid Khan and Sai Kishore operated with guile and control, stifling SRH's attempted recovery.

Despite a cameo from Pat Cummins (22* off 9), SRH never quite broke free. Kamindu Mendis, once considered a potential X-factor, faltered again. From 100/4 at one stage, the innings crumbled to 135/8, and the eventual 152 felt well below par, especially on a relatively even surface.

Siraj Sets the Tone, Titans’ Bowlers Show Class

Mohammed Siraj came out with fire in his eyes and four wickets in his pocket. His spell wasn’t just about numbers; it was about intent. He cleaned up both openers, dismantled the middle order, and applied the brakes every time SRH seemed to build momentum.

Ishant Sharma and Prasidh Krishna supported well, maintaining discipline and keeping the run flow in check. Prasidh's return to form with the wickets of Kishan and Mendis at crucial junctures showed GT’s bowling depth. But it was Siraj's night, and he made sure SRH never got a sniff of a 170+ total.

Gill and Sundar Lead the Chase with Authority

Chasing 153 was never going to intimidate a Titans side in this rhythm. Though Sai Sudharsan and Jos Buttler were dismissed early the latter continuing his quiet start to the season Shubman Gill showed poise and command with his unbeaten 61 off 43 balls.

If Gill provided the anchor, Washington Sundar, batting at No. 5 in a surprising yet tactical shift, delivered the killer punch. His 49 off just 29 balls included lusty blows that broke SRH’s spirits. The 90-run partnership between Gill and Sundar effectively sealed the game with more than three overs to spare.

Sherfane Rutherford added gloss to the win with a swift 35*, ensuring that GT’s middle order had a chance to shake off some rust.

Sunrisers’ Form Dips Further: Tactical Misfires and Batting Blues

For Sunrisers Hyderabad, the loss marks their fourth in five games, and the problems are starting to look systemic. Their famed aggressive batting unit has lost its punch. Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, and Ishan Kishan  the trio that lit up early stages have gone cold.

Klaasen, while consistent, is unable to do it alone. SRH's bowling, led by Shami and Cummins, has been wayward, especially at the death, and lacking penetration in the powerplay. Their field placements and team selections are under the scanner, particularly their overreliance on underperforming all-rounders.

With Adam Zampa and Rahul Chahar warming the bench, questions will be asked about not injecting variety in spin-friendly phases of the match.

Gujarat Titans Looking Balanced and Confident

For GT, this game will be remembered not just for the clinical chase but also for how they continue to evolve tactically. Playing Washington Sundar ahead of some of their designated finishers showed courage and cricketing awareness. Giving Siraj the new ball again another solid decision.

While Buttler’s form remains a minor concern, the performances of Gill, Sundar, Rutherford, and the consistency of Sudharsan make GT one of the most well-rounded units this season.

Pitch & Conditions at Hyderabad

The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium continues to favour balanced cricket. With an average first innings score of 213, this match’s 152 felt underwhelming. The pitch had decent bounce and carry but also rewarded smart spin. Dew wasn’t much of a factor, making GT’s bowling effort all the more impressive.

Stats Corner

• Mohammed Siraj became only the second Indian pacer after Bhuvneshwar Kumar to take 4+ wickets against SRH in Hyderabad.

• SRH’s powerplay run rate (6.45) remains the lowest among all teams in IPL 2025.

• Gujarat Titans have now won 4 out of 6 encounters against SRH since their IPL entry.

Quotes from the Camp

Mohammed Siraj (Player of the Match):
“I know this ground well, and I wanted to make it count. We had our plans in place attack early and make them play square. I’m happy the execution worked.”

Shubman Gill (GT Captain):
“We’re building well. The confidence is flowing through the group. Siraj was outstanding, and Washi’s knock was timely. It’s all about peaking at the right time, and we’re on track.”

Pat Cummins (SRH Captain):
“We’re just not clicking as a unit. There are moments where we’re on top, but we lose control too easily. We’ll reassess and come back stronger.”