GT vs SRH Match Prediction, Fantasy Tips, Pitch Report, and Playing XI of 51st Match of IPL 2025

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The playoff race is getting tighter by the day, but Gujarat Titans don’t have much to worry about — at least not yet. With six wins from nine games, they’re comfortably placed in fourth and a victory tonight could catapult them all the way up to second, especially since they’ve played one match fewer than current table-toppers Mumbai Indians. 

Things aren’t nearly as rosy for Sunrisers Hyderabad, though. Last season’s runners-up find themselves in a bit of a mess this time around. Their ultra-aggressive batting approach, which once had fans dreaming of the first-ever 300-run innings in IPL history, has fallen flat. The hype has faded, and the results haven’t followed. 

Still, they’re not out of it — not yet. Their gritty win over CSK at Chepauk gave them a glimmer of hope. But the equation is simple now: SRH must win almost every game from here on if they want to sneak into the top four. A loss tonight, however, could be the final nail in the coffin. If that happens, they’ll likely join CSK and RR as the sides officially out of the playoff picture. So, while GT can strengthen their position at the top, SRH are fighting to keep their season alive. It's a classic do-or-die scenario — one team chasing the summit, the other battling to avoid the drop. 

Head-to-Head: GT vs SRH - Who Holds the Advantage?

GT and SRH have had some fierce battles over the years, with GT historically holding the upper hand. With the match being played at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, GT will have the home advantage, and their spin attack of Washington Sundar and Sai Kishor could be a major threat on a turning track. Their batting lineup, led by skipper Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan and Josh Buttler, looks solid. On the other hand, SRH boasts an explosive batting unit, featuring Travis Head, Abishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Henrich Klassen, and  Aniket Verma. However, their biggest concern has always been their inconsistent performance and  bowling attack, which often struggles in high-scoring encounters. While Mohammed Sami and Harshal Patel add depth, they’ll need to handle GT’s aggressive top order. Given GT’s superior bowling attack and home conditions, they might start as slight favorites. But SRH’s firepower makes them dangerous, and if their bowling holds up, an upset could be on the cards. Let’s break down their head-to-head record to see who holds the edge ahead of the IPL 2025 match:

Total Matches Played: 5

GT Wins: 3

SRH Wins: 1

No Result/Abandoned Matches: 1

Despite GT having the firepower of Shubman Gill, Sai Kishor and Josh Buttler, SRH’s all-around strength and explosive players Washingaton Sundar and Arshad Khan give them the upper hand in this head-to-head contest. However, it’s always been a close battle, with both sides frequently trading blows in IPL clashes.

Recent Forms of Gujarat Titans and Sunrisers Hyderabad:

GT: L W W L W

SRH: W L L W L

Predictions: Who Will Win the Match?

As far as fantasy cricket is concerned, GT might have the edge with their explosive batting lineup led by Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Sai Kishor, Rutherford and Josh Buttler, but SRH’s balanced squad and the presence of all-rounders like Axar Patel and Vipraj Nigam make them a formidable opponent. Narendra Modi Stadium, with its high-scoring potential, might slightly favor the batting-heavy teams, so expect a run-fest.

Injury Update:

No any Injury concerns.

GT vs SRH Match, Date, Time, & Venue: 

Match: GT vs SRH 51st Match of IPL 2025

Date: 3 May 2025   

Time: 7:30 PM    

Stadium: Narendra Modi Stadium   

Location: Ahmedabad

GT vs SRH Match Pitch Report:     

The Narendra Modi Stadium Stadium in Ahmedabad offers a balanced pitch that challenges both batsmen and bowlers. Early in the match, the surface favors the batsmen, allowing them to play aggressive strokes with good bounce and a solid foundation. A first-innings score between 180-190 runs is generally considered competitive. However, as the game progresses, the pitch tends to slow down, providing assistance to spinners, which can make chasing more difficult. Teams chasing targets around 180-190 runs generally have a fighting chance, but anything above 190-200 can put them under pressure, especially with the slow nature of the pitch in the second innings. Overall, it’s a dynamic surface where both batting and bowling strategies need to adapt to the conditions, and a score around 180+ is often a strong target for the chasing side.

IPL Stats	Value
Total Matches	40
Batting First Won	18
Bowling First Won	21
1st Innings Average Score	172
2nd Innings Average Score	156
Highest Total	243/5
Lowest Total	89/10
Highest Chased	207/7
Lowest Defended	130/8

Possible Playing 11 for GT:   

Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill(c), Jos Buttler(w), Rahul Tewatia, Shahrukh Khan, Rashid Khan, Washington Sundar, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Ishant Sharm 

Impact Subs:  Arshad Khan, Shefran Ratherford 

Possible playing 11 for SRH:   

Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Kamindu Mendis, Aniket Verma, Pat Cummins (c), Zeeshan Ansari, Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Mohammed Shami

Impact Subs: Abhinav Manohar, Sachin Baby, Rahul Chahar, Wiaan Mulder, Eshan Malinga, Travis Head

Gujarat Titans Key players:

Shubman Gill : 84 (50), 90 (55), 7 (5), 60 (38),  2 (3)

Sai Sudharsan : 39 (30), 52 (36), 36 (21), 56 (37), 82 (53)

Jos Buttler : 50 (26),41 (23), 97 (54), 16 (14), 36 (25)

Mohammed Siraj : DNP, 1/32 , 1/47 , 0/50, 1/30

Prasidh Krishna : 1/47, 2/25, 4/41, 2/26, 3/24

Rashid Khan : 1/24, 2/25, 0/38, 1/35, 2/37

Sai Kishore : 0/16, 1/19, 1/9, 0/35, 2/20

Sunrisers Hyderabad Key players:

Abhishek Sharma: 0 (2),8 (8), 40 (28), 141 (55), 18 (16), 2 (6)

Travish Head: 19 (16), 0 (4), 28 (29), 66 (37), 8 (5), 4 (2)

Aniket Verma: 19 (19), 12 (14), 18 (8), DNB, 18 (14), 6 (6)

Heinrich Klaasen: 7 (8), 71 (44), 37 (28), 21(14), 27 (19), 33 (21)

Pat Commins: 2/21 + DNB, 0/31 + DNB, 3/36 + 8(4), 0/40, 1/26, 1/44 + 14(15)

Harshal Patel: 4/28, 0/21, 1/31, 4/42, DNP

Eshan  Malinga: DNP, 1/33, 2/36, 2/45, DNP, DNP 

GT vs SRH Fantasy Team: 

Wicketkeepers: Jos Buttler, Heinrich Klaasen

Batsman: Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Travis Head

All-rounders:  Abhishek Sharma, Washington Sundar, 

Bowlers: Pat commins, Harshal Patel, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj

GT vs SRH Team for Today Match:

GT vs SRH Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

Choice 1: Shubman Gill (C), Abhishek Sharma (VC)

Choice 2: Travis Head (C), Harshal Patel (VC)

GT vs SRH Fantasy Prediction Backups:

Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, 

Disclaimer:     

The author has provided you with the above-mentioned match prediction on the basis of his research, understanding, and analysis, consider the points and make your own decision

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