By Chirag - Apr 02, 2025 11:14 AM
The 14th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will witness an exciting clash between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT) on April 2, 2025, at the M. Chinnaswamy Cricket Stadium, Bengaluru. With both teams coming off impressive wins in their previous matches, the contest promises to be a high-voltage encounter.
RCB currently leads the points table with two wins in two matches, accumulating 4 points. They recently secured a dominant 50-run victory against Chennai Super Kings. On the other hand, Gujarat Titans, positioned fourth with 2 points, registered a 36-run triumph over Mumbai Indians.
The pitch at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is traditionally known for being batting-friendly. High-scoring matches are common at this venue, with teams frequently surpassing the 200-run mark. The flat surface and shorter boundaries make it a paradise for batters. The team winning the toss might opt to bowl first, considering the ease of chasing here.
Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (captain), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (wicketkeeper), Tim David, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal, Krunal Pandya.
Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (captain), Jos Buttler, Shahrukh Khan, Sherfane Rutherford, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Sai Kishore, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj.
Virat Kohli scored 31 runs off 30 balls in his last outing against CSK. Given his experience and form, he is expected to play a crucial role against Gujarat Titans.
Josh Hazlewood delivered a match-winning spell against CSK, taking 3 wickets for 21 runs in 4 overs. His accuracy and ability to pick crucial wickets can be a game-changer.
Considering the form of both teams and the conditions at Chinnaswamy Stadium, Royal Challengers Bangalore are the favorites to win this contest. However, Gujarat Titans possess a strong lineup that can turn the tide in their favor if they execute their plans effectively.
Cricket fans can expect a thrilling battle as these two powerhouses lock horns in another electrifying IPL 2025 encounter.
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