Cricket Highlights, March 25: IPL 2025 (5th Match) – PBKS vs GT

PBKS vs GT (5th Match) – Highlights

The 5th match of IPL 2025 witnessed a breathtaking contest between PBKS and GT at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. In a high-scoring encounter filled with fireworks from both teams, Punjab Kings emerged victorious by 11 runs, thanks to a stunning innings from their captain, Shreyas Iyer. His match-winning knock of 97* off just 42 balls guided Punjab Kings to a formidable total of 243/5, setting up a thrilling chase for Gujarat Titans.

Opting to bat first, PBKS got off to a rapid start, with Priyansh Arya playing an explosive knock of 47 off 23 balls. Despite losing Prabhsimran Singh early, Arya’s attacking approach laid the foundation for the middle order to capitalize. Shreyas Iyer took charge from there, delivering one of the best innings of the tournament so far. He combined elegance with brute force, smashing five fours and nine sixes to propel PBKS past the 240-run mark. Towards the end, Shashank Singh played a blistering cameo, scoring 44 off just 16 balls, ensuring Punjab Kings finished with a daunting total.

GT, in response, had a promising start with their captain Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan putting up a quick 61-run partnership. Gill played a brief but entertaining innings of 33 off 14 balls before falling to Glenn Maxwell. Sai Sudharsan, however, kept GT in the hunt with a magnificent 74 off 41 deliveries, attacking the PBKS bowlers with his classy stroke play. Jos Buttler, the ever-reliable English batter, played a crucial knock of 54 off 33 balls, bringing GT closer to the target.

With 45 runs needed off the last three overs, Gujarat Titans had momentum in their favor, but Arshdeep Singh’s brilliant death bowling turned the game around. He picked up two crucial wickets, dismissing both Sudharsan and Sherfane Rutherford, who had kept GT’s hopes alive with a quick 46 off 28 balls. Rahul Tewatia’s late cameo of 6 off 2 balls was not enough, as GT fell short by 11 runs, finishing at 232/5 in their 20 overs.

Shreyas Iyer was rightly awarded the Player of the Match for his captain’s knock, which ultimately proved to be the difference between the two sides. Sai Kishore was the pick of the bowlers for Gujarat Titans, finishing with impressive figures of 3/30, while Arshdeep Singh was Punjab Kings’ most effective bowler, taking 2/36 in his four overs.

The match showcased a batting masterclass from both sides, with Punjab Kings holding their nerve in the crucial moments. Their bowling attack, despite conceding plenty of runs, delivered in the death overs to seal a thrilling win. Gujarat Titans, on the other hand, will take heart from their batting display but will need to improve their bowling to bounce back in the tournament.

Punjab Kings vs Gujarat Titans Scoreboard

Punjab Kings – 243/5 (20)

Gujarat Titans – 232/5 (20)

Result – PBKS won by 11 runs

Player of the Match – Shreyas Iyer

PBKS vs GT Playing XIs

Punjab Kings

Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Shashank Singh, Suryansh Shedge, Marco Jansen, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal.

Gujarat Titans

Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Rahul Tewatia, M Shahrukh Khan, Arshad Khan, Sai Kishore, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj.

Disclaimer: These match highlights reflect the author’s insights and analysis. Readers are encouraged to consider the points discussed and form their own conclusions.

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