- India,
- 25-Mar-2025 01:43 PM IST
- (Updated 25-Mar-2025 01:44 PM IST)
The IPL 2025 season will kick off with a thrilling match between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) on March 25 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Both teams will be playing their first match of the season and will aim to start their campaign with a victory. The captaincy duties for this match will be in the hands of Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer. Iyer, who led Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to the championship last year, will now be captaining Punjab Kings, while Shubman Gill will lead Gujarat Titans.
Gill vs. Iyer: Battle of the Captains
Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer are both known for their aggressive batting styles, making this match an exciting tactical showdown. Gujarat might have an advantage since they are playing at their home ground, but Iyer’s leadership experience cannot be underestimated. Both teams appear well-balanced, and fans can expect a high-scoring contest filled with boundaries and sixes.
A Special Match for Gill: A Historic Feat Awaits
Narendra Modi Stadium serves as the home ground for Gujarat Titans, and Shubman Gill is on the verge of setting a unique record here. If he scores 47 more runs in this match, he will become the first batsman to reach 1,000 IPL runs at this venue—an achievement no other player has accomplished in Ahmedabad so far.
Shubman Gill’s Performance at Narendra Modi Stadium:
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Matches: 18
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Runs: 953
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Average: 63.53
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Strike Rate: 159.36
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Centuries: 3
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Half-Centuries: 4
Top Scorers at Narendra Modi Stadium:
Player | Runs |
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Shubman Gill | 953 |
Sai Sudharsan | 603 |
Ajinkya Rahane | 336 |
David Miller | 308 |
Wriddhiman Saha | 290 |
Hardik Pandya | 235 |
Gujarat Titans Captain’s IPL Stats:
Shubman Gill has played 103 IPL matches, scoring 3,216 runs in 100 innings, including 4 centuries and 20 half-centuries. His IPL batting average stands at 37.83, with a strike rate of 135.69. He was a part of KKR from 2018 to 2021 before joining Gujarat Titans in 2022.
A Thrilling Contest on the Cards
This match promises to be a spectacular showdown. While Gujarat Titans will look to capitalize on their home advantage, Punjab Kings, under Shreyas Iyer’s leadership, will aim for a strong start with their new setup. Fans can expect a high-scoring game, as both teams boast formidable batting lineups.