GT vs DC: Gujarat Titans will take on Delhi Capitals in Match 35 of IPL 2025. The high-voltage encounter will be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, on Saturday, April 19. This match promises fireworks as two strong sides lock horns in scorching heat.
Gujarat Titans’ Recent Form
GT started the season with a loss. However, they bounced back with a four-match winning streak. Shubman Gill and his team showed great form during this phase. But Lucknow Super Giants recently halted their progress.
GT batted first and posted 180/6 in their last match. Despite the competitive total, Lucknow chased it down with six wickets and three balls to spare. That defeat at home dented GT’s momentum. Now, they aim to bounce back quickly. A win here could push them to the top of the table.
Delhi Capitals on a Roll
Delhi Capitals have looked like a complete unit under new captain Axar Patel. They have won five out of six matches so far. They began their campaign with four straight wins.
Their only loss came against Mumbai Indians by a narrow 12-run margin. However, Delhi bounced back immediately. They edged past Rajasthan Royals in a thrilling Super Over win in their last outing. Confidence will be high in the DC camp.
Toss and Conditions Matter
The weather will be a factor. The mercury is expected to cross 40°C on match day. Afternoon heat can test fitness levels and tactics. Teams will feel the pressure while fielding in the first innings.
The toss could play a key role. GT had a poor toss record at home last season. They lost all six tosses in completed matches. They batted first five times and won only two of them. Interestingly, they won the only match where they chased after losing the toss.
Delhi’s toss record hasn’t been great either. They won five tosses on the road last season but lost four of those games. They won just one match while chasing after opting to bowl first. That trend could influence strategy on Saturday.
Pitch Report – Narendra Modi Stadium
So far, three games have been played in Ahmedabad this season. All of them were won by teams batting first. The average first-innings score has hovered around 219. The surface is flat, and batters enjoy hitting through the line.
In the heat of an afternoon game, batting first may be the smarter move. Chasing a big total in such conditions can be tough. Expect another high-scoring thriller.
Probable XIs
Gujarat Titans:
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
Impact Player: Sherfane Rutherford
Delhi Capitals:
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
Impact Player: Karun Nair
Final Prediction
GT have home advantage and a strong lineup. However, DC’s current form gives them the edge. If Delhi bats first, they could post a huge total. Gujarat will need a big effort to stop them. This match could go down to the wire, but DC look slightly ahead going into this clash. Stay informed with News Trendzs for the latest updates! Catch the latest sports news and GT vs DC IPL 2025 cricket match updates, live scores, and in-depth analysis from around the world.
