By RCB vs GT IPL 2025 Match 14 Highlights
In Match 14 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, the Gujarat Titans (GT) delivered a dominant all-round performance to register a comprehensive eight-wicket win over the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. With this win, GT notched their second consecutive victory of the season, while RCB suffered their first defeat, shaking up the early points table.
RCB’s Innings: A Rocky Start Despite Middle-Order Resistance
Opting to bat first on their home turf, RCB had a nightmare start. From the very beginning, the top order crumbled under pressure as GT’s bowlers came out with a clear plan and executed it to perfection.
Virat Kohli, who was expected to anchor the innings, was dismissed cheaply for 7 runs, nicking one off to Arshad Khan.
Devdutt Padikkal continued his lean patch, bowled by a beautiful delivery from Mohammed Siraj for just 4.
Phil Salt, who looked promising early on with a towering six, couldn’t convert his start. Consequently, Siraj struck again, clean bowling him for 14.
With the scoreboard reading 42/4, RCB found themselves in deep trouble early in the innings.
However, Liam Livingstone came to the rescue with a powerful counter-attacking innings. The Englishman smashed 54 runs off 34 balls, including five towering sixes. Notably, three of those came off the crafty Rashid Khan, showcasing his fearless intent.
In addition, Jitesh Sharma played a brisk knock of 33 runs, rotating the strike well and punishing loose deliveries. Towards the end, Tim David added crucial late-order fireworks with 32 off just 18 balls, lifting RCB to a defendable total of 169/8 in their 20 overs.
Sound of Timber 🔊
Mohd. Siraj outwits Padikkal ☝️
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GT’s Bowling: Siraj’s Revenge and Kishore’s Control
The Gujarat Titans’ bowling unit was clinical and composed, especially in the powerplay where they broke RCB’s back.
- Mohammed Siraj, playing against his former franchise, bowled with fire and purpose. His spell of 3/19 dismantled RCB’s top order and turned the game early in GT’s favour.
- Ishant Sharma got the prized wicket of RCB skipper Rajat Patidar, putting further pressure on the home side.
- Left-arm spinner Sai Kishore was economical and effective in the middle overs, picking up 2 wickets for 22 runs, choking RCB’s momentum during the middle phase.
The well-rounded bowling performance ensured RCB couldn’t go past the 170-run mark despite a few late efforts.
Sai Kishore with his 2⃣nd wicket of the night ☝️☝️
Tim David joins Liam Livingstone 🤝#RCB 105/6 after 15 overs.
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GT’s Chase: Buttler Leads the Charge with Class and Power
Chasing 170, GT looked confident and composed right from the first over. The innings was masterfully constructed around a spectacular unbeaten 73 by Jos Buttler.
Buttler displayed his full range of strokes, blending elegance with raw power. His 73 off 39 balls* included 5 fours and 6 sixes, and he brought up his fifty in style — with a towering six that silenced the home crowd.
- Sai Sudharsan played the ideal foil, scoring a calm and controlled 49 runs, as the duo stitched a 75-run partnership to solidify the chase.
- Towards the end, Sherfane Rutherford smashed a quick 30 off 15 balls*, ensuring GT cruised past the finish line with 13 balls to spare.
#GT lose their skipper in the chase
Sai Sudharsan looking in control as Jos Buttler joins him 🤝@gujarat_titans 42/1 after 6 overs
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Turning Points and Key Moments
- Siraj’s Statement: Facing his old team, Siraj’s three-wicket haul was both emotional and impactful, setting the tone early for GT.
- Livingstone’s Comeback: Though RCB faltered, Livingstone’s aggressive knock kept them in the game, especially his assault on Rashid Khan.
- Buttler’s Innovation: From reverse ramps to one-handed sixes, Buttler put on a batting masterclass that left fans and opponents in awe.
Final Thoughts
Gujarat Titans showed exactly why they are one of the top contenders this season. A perfect blend of pace, spin, and power-hitting ensured they walked away with a commanding victory. Meanwhile, RCB will need to regroup quickly, especially addressing their fragile top order and over-reliance on middle-order rescue acts.
GT’s performance not only strengthens their position in the points table but also sends a strong message to the rest of the league: They are here to dominate.
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