The high-octane IPL 2025 season continues with Match 35 as the Gujarat Titans (GT) host the Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Saturday, April 19, at 3:30 PM IST. Both teams have showcased quality cricket so far and will be keen to make a strong statement as the league phase enters its crucial middle stage.
Match Details:
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Match: Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals, Match 35, IPL 2025
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Date & Time: Saturday, April 19, 2025 – 3:30 PM (IST)
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Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
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Live Streaming & Broadcast: Sports18/Star Sports Network, JioHotstar
Team Overview:
Gujarat Titans (GT):
Led by Shubman Gill, Gujarat Titans have had a mixed journey so far in IPL 2025. After an opening defeat, they bounced back with an impressive four-match winning streak. However, their progress was recently halted by the Lucknow Super Giants, who handed them a six-wicket defeat despite GT putting up a competitive 180/6.
Gujarat will be eager to return to winning ways in front of their home crowd. A victory could see them climb to the top of the points table, depending on net run rate.
Delhi Capitals (DC):
Under new skipper Axar Patel, Delhi Capitals have looked like a rejuvenated side. With five wins in six games, they currently sit at the top of the standings. After an early hiccup against Mumbai Indians, DC showed nerves of steel by securing a thrilling Super Over win against Rajasthan Royals in their previous outing.
With players like KL Rahul, Kuldeep Yadav, and Tristan Stubbs firing on all cylinders, Delhi are shaping up as serious title contenders this season.
Narendra Modi Stadium – Pitch Report:
The Ahmedabad surface has been a batting paradise so far this season. All three games played here have been won by teams batting first, with the average first-innings score hovering around 219. The afternoon heat and the dry surface make chasing a challenging task.
Key Insight:
Winning the toss and opting to bat first could offer a significant advantage.
Head-to-Head Record:
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Total Matches: 5
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Gujarat Titans: 2 wins
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Delhi Capitals: 3 wins
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First Meeting: April 2, 2022
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Last Meeting: April 24, 2024
The rivalry between GT and DC has been quite even, with Delhi holding a slight edge. Both sides will look to tip the scales further in their favor.
Probable Playing XIs:
Gujarat Titans (GT):
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Captain: Shubman Gill
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Playing XI: Shubman Gill (C), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (WK), Washington Sundar, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, R. Sai Kishore, Rashid Khan, Arshad Khan, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna
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Impact Player: Sherfane Rutherford
Delhi Capitals (DC):
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Captain: Axar Patel
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Playing XI: Jake Fraser-McGurk, Abishek Porel, KL Rahul (WK), Axar Patel (C), Tristan Stubbs, Ashutosh Sharma, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohit Sharma, Mukesh Kumar
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Impact Player: Karun Nair
Key Players to Watch:
Sai Sudharsan (GT):
The left-handed top-order batter has been one of GT’s most consistent performers this season, scoring 329 runs in six innings at an average of 54.83 and a strike rate of 151.61. With four half-centuries already, he’s crucial to Gujarat’s top-order stability.
Kuldeep Yadav (DC):
Kuldeep is enjoying a stellar run, with 11 wickets from six matches, maintaining an average of 13.18 and an economy of just 6.04. His guile in the middle overs could be a game-changer for DC.
Match Scenarios & Predictions:
Scenario 1: GT bat first
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Powerplay Score: 55-65
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Total Score: 190-210
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Result Prediction: Gujarat Titans win the match
Scenario 2: DC bat first
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Powerplay Score: 50-60
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Total Score: 200-220
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Result Prediction: Delhi Capitals win the match
Final Prediction:
Given the nature of the pitch and recent results, team batting first is likely to hold the upper hand. With both teams boasting explosive top orders and quality bowling attacks, expect a close contest—but the toss might just decide the outcome.
Match Prediction: Team batting first to win