On a high-scoring Sunday night in Delhi, Gujarat Titans (GT) delivered one of the most jaw-dropping batting masterclasses in IPL history, chasing down a daunting 200-run target against Delhi Capitals (DC) without losing a single wicket.
The record-breaking run-fest, led by the imperious duo of B Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill, not only etched their names into the record books but also shattered multiple long-standing T20 milestones.
205*: Highest Target Chased Without Losing a Wicket in IPL
Gujarat Titans pulled off the highest successful run-chase without losing a wicket in IPL history, overhauling Delhi Capitals바카라™ 200-run target with absolute dominance.
This feat surpassed the previous best of 184 by Kolkata Knight Riders against Gujarat Lions in 2017, setting a new benchmark for all T20 chases in the league. It showcased not just the power of GT바카라™s top order, but also their clinical composure under pressure.
Only Second Team to Chase 200+ Without Losing a Wicket in Men바카라™s T20s
GT became only the second team in men바카라™s T20 history to chase down a 200-plus target without losing a wicket. The first instance occurred in 2022 when Pakistan defeated England in Karachi. To replicate such a rare feat in franchise cricket speaks volumes about the maturity and class of the Gill-Sudharsan partnership.
First Team to Chase 200+ Twice Against Same Opponent in One IPL Season
With this being the second time in IPL 2025 that GT chased down a target of 200 or more against DC, they became the first team ever to achieve two such chases against a single opponent in one IPL season. No team had previously shown this level of repeated dominance in high-pressure scenarios over the same franchise.
One Of Only Two Teams To Have Multiple 200+ Chases Against An Opponent In A T20 Series
Only Bulgaria had achieved a similar distinction in international cricket, chasing 200-plus targets multiple times against Serbia in a single series in 2022. GT바카라™s dual demolition of DC in IPL 2025 puts them in elite company, underscoring the explosive nature of their top order and tactical clarity in run-chases.
DC바카라™s First Two Failures Defending 200+ In IPL
Delhi Capitals had never lost defending a 200 plus score in the IPL until IPL 2025. Before facing GT this season, they boasted a perfect 13-0 record when setting targets of 200 or more. GT not only broke that streak바카라”they did it twice in a span of weeks, flipping the narrative of DC바카라™s bowling strength on its head.
GT바카라™s First-Ever 200+ Chases In IPL History
Interestingly, GT had never chased a 200-plus total successfully in their brief IPL history before these two record-breaking wins over DC. This signals a significant leap in their batting firepower and belief in chasing down even the steepest targets with methodical precision.
Highest Partnership In An IPL Chase 바카라“ 205 By Sudharsan-Gill*
Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill stitched together a majestic 205-run unbeaten opening stand, the highest-ever partnership in an IPL chase. It eclipsed the 189-run stand by David Warner and Naman Ojha in 2012 and reaffirmed GT's opening pair as arguably the most dynamic in the tournament.
Third Double-Century Opening Stand In IPL History
This was just the third instance of a 200-plus opening stand in IPL history. Notably, Sudharsan and Gill were also responsible for one of the other two, having shared a 210-run stand against CSK in 2024. The only other such stand came from Quinton de Kock and KL Rahul (210*) for LSG in 2022.
First Opening Pair With Two 200+ Partnerships In Men바카라™s T20s
The Sudharsan-Gill duo etched their names in history as the first opening pair in men바카라™s T20s to register two 200-plus stands. Previously, only Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers had multiple 200-run partnerships, albeit for the second wicket. This feat further enhances GT's stature as a batting powerhouse.
Seven Century Stands Between Sudharsan And Gill 바카라“ Third Most In IPL
In just 30 IPL innings together, Sudharsan and Gill have now racked up seven century partnerships, trailing only Kohli바카라“de Villiers (10) and Kohli바카라“Gayle (9). The frequency and consistency with which they deliver underlines their synergy and understanding at the crease.
KL Rahul바카라™s Century For Third IPL Franchise
KL Rahul added another feather to his cap by becoming the first player to score a century for three different IPL franchises. Having already registered tons for Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings) and LSG, Rahul바카라™s century for DC proves his versatility and adaptability across changing team environments.
Highest Runs By Openers In An IPL Match 바카라“ 318 Runs
The openers from both teams combined for 318 runs, the most by opening batters in a single IPL match. This included scores of 112* (Rahul), 108* (Sudharsan), and 93* (Gill), turning the match into a showcase of top-order dominance and boundary-hitting brilliance.
Only Second Instance Of Three 90+ Scores In A Men바카라™s T20 Match
This match was just the second time in men바카라™s T20 history that three batters scored 90 or more runs. The only previous instance occurred in the BPL 2023 with Tamim Iqbal (95), Shai Hope (91*), and Johnson Charles (107*) all lighting up the scoreboard. Delhi바카라™s IPL clash now joins that rarefied list.
