GT Thrash CSK at Narendra Modi Stadium as Chennai’s Playoff Hopes End

Gujarat Titans delivered a brilliant performance in the 66th match of the ongoing Indian Premier League, defeating Chennai Super Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium and knocking them out of the tournament. GT came in to bat first after the clash began. The side opened its innings with Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill scoring 84 and 64 runs, respectively. Jos Buttler further went unbeaten on a score of 57 runs in 27 deliveries as Gujarat Titans posted a total of 229 runs in the first innings of the game. 

For Chennai Super Kings, Mukesh Choudhary, Spencer Johnson, and Anshul Kamboj were the only wicket-takers, picking up one wicket each. CSK needed to win their final league game to keep their playoff hopes alive, but the defeat ended their campaign and knocked the five-time champions out of the tournament.

GT Thrash CSK by 89 Runs to Seal Playoff Spot and End Chennai’s Campaign

In the second innings, Chennai Super Kings suffered an early blow as Sanju Samson was dismissed on the very first ball. Matthew Short scored 24 runs off 14 deliveries before being dismissed, while Ruturaj Gaikwad chipped in with 16 runs from just seven balls. 

Urvil Patel departed on a duck, with Kartik Sharma scoring 19 runs in 15 deliveries. Additionally, Shivam Dube played a fighting knock of 47 runs in 17 deliveries. However, it was not enough in the end, as Gujarat Titans’ bowling attack proved too much for the side to handle. Chennai Super Kings were bundled out for a score of 140 runs. Mohammed Siraj, Kagiso Rabada, and Rashid Khan were the highest wicket-takers for GT, with three wickets each to their name as Titans solidified their place in second spot.