Gujarat Titans pulled off a record-breaking 10-wicket victory over the Delhi Capitals in Match 60 of IPL 2025, making KL Rahul 112 not out a brilliant but ultimately could not seal a Win for DC. KL Rahul lit up the Arun Jaitley Stadium with his spectacular performance. Rahul opened the innings for Delhi Capitals. He remained unbeaten on 112 off 65 balls, hitting 14 fours and 4 sixes. His timing, footwork, and shot selection were top-notch throughout the innings.
This knock marked KL Rahul’s first century of IPL 2025 and made him the first right-handed batter to score a ton this season. Rahul had a memorable night. He surpassed Virat Kohli’s record and became the fastest Indian to reach 8,000 T20 runs. Thanks to his stellar effort, Delhi Capitals posted a strong total of 199/3 in 20 overs, a score that looked defendable on paper.
Rahul’s heroics had the Delhi crowd buzzing. The next moments were more spectacular. Gujarat Titans openers Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill produced a masterclass in chasing under pressure. The duo made a challenging target look incredibly easy. They went unscathed as GT pursued 200 runs in only 19 overs, getting out at 205/0 making a new IPL record for the biggest 10-wicket victory in a winning chase.
Sai Sudharsan blasted a commanding 108 not out from 51 deliveries, striking 12 fours and 5 sixes. Shubman Gill provided great support with an elegant 93 from 57 deliveries*, 8 fours, and 3 sixes. Their combination, serenity, and aggressive temperament shattered the Delhi Capitals’ bowling attack, which was without Mitchell Starc.
For Delhi Capitals, this defeat couldn’t have come at a worse time. With the playoff race heating up, this massive loss puts them in a tight spot. Their bowling unit lacked penetration, and the absence of Starc was deeply felt. Even the likes of Anrich Nortje and Kuldeep Yadav failed to trouble the Gujarat openers. The Capitals are now on the brink of elimination, needing to win their remaining matches and depending on other results.
With this all-around victory, the Gujarat Titans have qualified for the IPL 2025 playoffs. Their top order is in top shape to enter the business end of the tournament. They earned a significant boost in Net Run Rate (NRR), a factor that might prove decisive in the race for playoff spots.
KL Rahul’s unbeaten 112 ranked as the best innings of the season. Gujarat’s masterful chase overshadowed the performance. The league stage nears its end. Fans expect more high-intensity encounters. This match marks a memorable night in IPL history.
