Washington Sundar finishes tense chase against Punjab Kings.
Gujarat Titans clinched a dramatic four-wicket victory over Punjab Kings in a final-over nail-biter at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Chasing a target of 164 on a tricky surface, the Titans relied on a composed half-century from Sai Sudharsan and a late-game heroics from Washington Sundar to seal their third consecutive win. The result leaves the points table wide open as the race for the IPL 2026 playoffs intensifies.
Earlier in the evening, the decision to bowl first paid rich dividends for Shubman Gill’s side. Jason Holder delivered a masterful spell of fast bowling, claiming four wickets for just 24 runs. His height and consistent lengths caused immediate problems for the Punjab batters, who slumped to a precarious 47 for 5. Mohammed Siraj and Kagiso Rabada provided excellent support, ensuring the league leaders remained under constant pressure throughout the powerplay.
Shedge Leads Brave Recovery
Despite the early collapse, Punjab Kings found a spark through debutant Suryansh Shedge. The youngster played a fearless knock, smashing 57 runs off only 29 deliveries. He partnered with Marcus Stoinis to stage a 79-run recovery, shifting the momentum back toward the visitors. Historically, Ahmedabad surfaces tend to grip more as the game progresses, making their final total of 163 for 9 appear highly competitive.
Gujarat’s response began cautiously after losing captain Shubman Gill early. Sai Sudharsan took charge of the innings, scoring 57 runs to keep the required rate within reach. While Punjab’s bowlers struck back in the middle overs to create a tense finish, Washington Sundar remained cool. Needing 11 runs in the final over, Sundar dispatched Marcus Stoinis for a decisive six, guiding his team home with just one ball to spare.
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