Ahmedabad, April 18 (BNP): The Gujarat Titans registered a thrilling five-wicket victory over the Kolkata Knight Riders in a gripping encounter in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
Chasing a target of 181, Gujarat Titans displayed composure under pressure, successfully reaching 181/5 in 19.4 overs. Skipper Shubman Gill led from the front with a masterful 86 off 50 balls, anchoring the innings and guiding his team to victory with just two balls to spare. His outstanding performance also saw him reclaim the Orange Cap and earn the Player of the Match award.
Earlier in the match, Kolkata Knight Riders posted a competitive total of 180/8 after being put in to bat. Cameron Green top-scored with a resilient 79 off 55 balls, stabilizing the innings after an inconsistent start. He was well supported by Rovman Powell, who contributed 27 off 20 deliveries.
Gujarat Titans’ bowling unit delivered a disciplined performance, with Kagiso Rabada leading the attack with figures of 3/29, while Mohammed Siraj chipped in with 2/23 to restrict KKR from posting a bigger total.
In response, Gujarat Titans got off to a brisk start during the Powerplay. Despite losing Sai Sudharsan early, Gill steadied the chase with crucial partnerships alongside Jos Buttler and Washington Sundar, ensuring the momentum stayed with the home side.
Although Kolkata Knight Riders managed to pick up wickets in the middle overs, the Titans maintained their composure and executed a calculated chase to seal the win in the final over.
This victory propels Gujarat Titans into the top four of the IPL 2026 points table, strengthening their campaign, while Kolkata Knight Riders will look to regroup after another hard-fought contest.
