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Gujarat Titans (GT)<\/strong> registered a thrilling five-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)<\/strong>\u00a0in Match 25 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026<\/strong> at the Narendra Modi Stadium, successfully chasing down a competitive target of 181 with two balls to spare. A captain\u2019s knock from Shubman Gill<\/strong> <\/a>combined with impactful contributions from the middle order ensured GT stayed in control for most of the chase.<\/p>\n After Kolkata Knight Riders opted to bat first, their innings never quite found consistent momentum despite a valiant effort from Cameron Green<\/strong><\/a>. The early blows proved costly as Mohammed Siraj<\/strong> struck twice, including the prized wicket of Ajinkya Rahane<\/strong> for a duck, while Kagiso Rabada<\/strong> removed Angkrish Raghuvanshi<\/strong> with a sharp delivery and continued to trouble the batters throughout his spell.<\/p>\n KKR slipped to early trouble, but Green steadied the innings with a well-crafted 79 off 55 balls, laced with seven boundaries and four sixes. He found brief support from Rovman Powell<\/strong>, who added 27 off 20 balls, and a late cameo from Ramandeep Singh<\/strong> injected some urgency into the total. However, regular wickets halted any late surge, and KKR were bowled out for 180 in their allotted 20 overs.<\/p>\n Rabada was the standout performer with the ball, finishing with impressive figures of 3 for 29, while Siraj chipped in with two crucial wickets and maintained tight control. Ashok Sharma also picked up two wickets, though he proved slightly expensive.<\/p>\n In response, Gujarat Titans began confidently, with Sai Sudharsan providing early momentum before departing for 22. From there, Gill took charge of the innings, playing a captain\u2019s knock under pressure. His 86 off 50 deliveries, studded with eight fours and four sixes, laid the foundation for a successful chase.<\/p>\n Jos Buttler<\/strong> added valuable support with a quickfire 25, ensuring the required run rate remained under control. Despite a brief wobble in the middle overs, where GT lost a couple of wickets in quick succession, Glenn Phillips<\/strong> and Washington Sundar<\/strong> ensured there was no major collapse.<\/p>\n Also WATCH: Kagiso Rabada rattles KKR with fiery spell dismissing Angkrish Raghuvanshi and Tim Seifert in IPL 2026<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Kolkata Knight Riders tried to claw their way back into the contest through Varun Chakaravarthy<\/strong>, who picked up two wickets and applied pressure in the middle overs. Sunil Narine<\/strong> also bowled economically, but the lack of breakthroughs at crucial moments hurt KKR.<\/p>\n Rahul Tewatia<\/strong> and Shahrukh Khan<\/strong> calmly finished proceedings for Gujarat Titans, guiding the team to 181 for 5 in 19.4 overs. Despite a late wicket from Ramandeep Singh, the target proved just within reach for the hosts.<\/p>\n SHUBMAN GILL ERA IN IPL \ud83d\udc51 pic.twitter.com\/wDdXR0jUmL<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) April 17, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n The ball is pinging of Shubhman\u2019s bat tonight.\ud83d\udd25\ud83d\udd25\ud83d\udc4c<\/p>\n \u2014 Ashwin \ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3 (@ashwinravi99) April 17, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Shubman Gill at Ahmedabad in T20s
Inngs: 27
Runs: 1369
Avg: 59.52
SR: 165.53
100s\/50s: 4\/6<\/p>\n \u2014 something (@maverickhover) April 17, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Shubman Gill in IPL 2026 <\/p>\n -39(27) Vs PBKS. Back to being consistent #KKRvsGT<\/a> #GTvsKKR<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/1VmCHNocW7<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Raja (@_raja_kumar) April 17, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Shubman Gill the IPL batter never disappoints. Already three fifty plus scores this season. pic.twitter.com\/AZ7OJzJUjT<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 R A T N I S H (@LoyalSachinFan) April 17, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n shubman gill i really have no words for you, only mad mad respect \ud83d\ude4f\ud83e\uddff<\/p>\n \u2014 manisha (@imallaboutmoon) April 17, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n THE WHOLE CROWDS GIVING STANDING OVATION TO CAPTAIN SHUBMAN GILL. \ud83e\udee1 #GTvsKKR<\/a> #ShubmanGill<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/7QKKS3g0Vv<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Somesh Jangra (@CelebrityGalax) April 17, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n 89 off 50 from Captain Shubman Gill. \u2014 HOWSZAT HUB (@Howszathub) April 17, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n What an outstanding innings from Shubman Gill! \u2014 Maneesh (@maneeshsaxena) April 17, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n SHUBMAN GILL GOES FOR 86 OF 50 BALLS \u2014 Mr.Kaindal (@mrkaindaluk007) April 17, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n \u2013 4 innings. Captain Shubman Gill is the Orange Cap Holder in this IPL \u2013 What a Captain! \ud83c\udf1f\ud83d\ude47\u200d\u2642\ufe0f pic.twitter.com\/7j7NvFNeqI<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) April 17, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n A STANDING OVATION FOR CAPTAIN SHUBMAN GILL \ud83d\udc4f pic.twitter.com\/3mAhPFgIMC<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Dhiraj (@dhiraj01_) April 17, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n A standing ovation for Captain Shubman Gill \ud83d\udc4c<\/p>\n 86 Runs off 50 Balls \ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n Led the chase with complete control for Gujarat Titans. pic.twitter.com\/4CYJuH1Vdd<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Shubman Gill Fc (@ShubmanGill7fc) April 17, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Shubman Gill at Narendra Modi Stadium is a different gravy.<\/p>\n \u2014 Out Of Context Cricket (@GemsOfCricket) April 17, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Btw. Shubman Gill has 25% more runs than Vaibhav Suryavanshi in 20% lesser games this season.<\/p>\n And yeah, he’s the current orange cap leader.<\/p>\n \u2014 Aanshul Sadaria (@AanshulSadaria) April 17, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n \ud83d\udea8Shubman Gill misses his century by just 14 runs \ud83d\ude2c\ud83d\udea8<\/p>\n Falls short after a brilliant knock \ud83d\udc40<\/p>\n Cameron Green takes the catch and sends him back to the dressing room \ud83c\udfaf#GTvKKR<\/a> #GTvsKKR<\/a> #TATAIPL<\/a> #IPL2026<\/a> #ipllive<\/a> #green<\/a> #gill<\/a> #shubhman<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/seEbbq4IrK<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 virendra singh (@singh_virendra7) April 17, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n TAKE A BOW, CAPTAIN SHUBMAN GILL \ud83e\udee1<\/p>\n 86 OFF 50 BALLS with 8 fours & 4 sixes \u2014 Sonu Jaat \u2022 Cricket (@TheSonuJaat) April 17, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n \u2013 70(45) vs Delhi. SHUBMAN GILL IS UNSTOPPABLE FOR GUJARAT TITANS IN IPL \ud83e\udee1 pic.twitter.com\/taSHXa6ls5<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Praveen kumar (@Naninaidu98) April 17, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\nKagiso Rabada rattles KKR before Cameron Green anchors innings<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Shubman Gill anchors chase with authority<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Late nerves but GT hold their composure<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Here\u2019s how fans reacted:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\u2013 70(45) Vs DC.
\u2013 56(40) Vs LSG.
\u2013 86(50) Vs KKR.<\/p>\n\n
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So unfortunate to miss the century, but he grabs the Orange Cap. Brilliant knock. \ud83d\udc99#GTvsKKR<\/a> #Shubmangill<\/a> #IPL2026<\/a> #TATAIPL<\/a><\/p>\n\n
Gill departs for a brilliant 86 off 50 balls, dismissed by Vaibhav Arora.
GT at 153\/4 chasing 181 \u2014 they now need 28 runs in 22 balls to win!
Chase still alive but pressure on now \ud83d\udc40#IPL2026<\/a> #GTvsKKR<\/a> #ShubmanGill<\/a> #VaibhavArora<\/a> #GT<\/a><\/p>\n\n
Missed out a well deserving 100 . #GTvsKKR<\/a> #ShubmanGill<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/rYKK14uvaG<\/a><\/p>\n\n
\u2013 251 runs.
\u2013 55 average.
\u2013 154.94 strike rate.
\u2013 3 fifties.<\/p>\n\n
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A pure captain\u2019s knock at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
Missed out on a well-deserved \ud83d\udcaf, but delivered when it mattered most. pic.twitter.com\/UQNrZxxjgc<\/a><\/p>\n\n
\u2013 56(40) vs Lucknow.
\u2013 86(50) vs Kolkata.<\/p>\n