Highest Partnerships Against the Gujarat Titans in IPL

The Gujarat Titans (GT) made an unforgettable debut in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022, clinching the title in their first attempt under the leadership of Hardik Pandya. They emerged as the most dominant side in IPL 2022.

However, despite their success, some teams managed to build big partnerships against them in IPL 2023, posing a strong challenge to GT’s bowling attack. Let’s take a look at the top five highest partnerships made against Gujarat Titans in IPL .

#1. Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis – 115 Runs (1st Wicket) (Highest Partnership Against GT in IPL 2023)

In a must-win match for RCB, Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis delivered the highest partnership against GT in IPL 2023.

GT batted first and posted 168/5, with Hardik Pandya top-scoring (62 off 47 balls).

Chasing 169, Kohli and du Plessis dominated GT’s bowling attack, forming an unbeaten 115-run opening stand:

• Kohli played a match-winning knock of 73 runs
• Du Plessis supported with 44 runs

RCB won comfortably by 8 wickets, ending GT’s dominant run in IPL 2023.

#2. Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar – 99 Runs (2nd Wicket)

The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) proved to be a tough opponent for GT in IPL 2023. In a crucial encounter at Brabourne Stadium, RCB lost early wickets but Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar turned things around with a 99-run stand for the 2nd wicket.

• Kohli scored 58 runs
• Patidar added 52 off 32 balls

Despite their strong comeback, GT chased 170/6 successfully, with Wriddhiman Saha (67 runs) and David Miller (39 runs)* sealing a six-wicket victory.

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#3. Abhishek Sharma and Aiden Markram – 96 Runs (3rd Wicket)

In a high-scoring contest at Wankhede Stadium, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) put up a strong total of 195/6, thanks to a 96-run stand for the 3rd wicket between Abhishek Sharma and Aiden Markram.

• Sharma smashed 65 runs off 42 balls
• Markram played a steady knock of 56 runs off 40 balls

GT, showing their resilience, chased the total successfully with one ball to spare, losing five wickets in the process.

#4. Ruturaj Gaikwad and Ambati Rayudu – 92 Runs (3rd Wicket)

Gujarat Titans clashed with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Pune, where CSK opted to bat first. After struggling at 32/2, Ruturaj Gaikwad and Ambati Rayudu came to the rescue, forging a 92-run partnership for the 3rd wicket.

• Gaikwad was the top scorer with 73 runs
• Rayudu supported him with 46 runs

Their efforts helped CSK set a target of 169/5. But David Miller’s explosive 94 off 51 balls led GT to a thrilling last-ball victory.

#5. Deepak Hooda and Ayush Badoni – 87 Runs (5th Wicket)

Gujarat Titans played their first IPL match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at Wankhede Stadium. LSG, batting first, were in deep trouble at 29/4 when Deepak Hooda and Ayush Badoni stitched together a crucial 87-run stand for the 5th wicket.

• Hooda scored 55 runs
• Badoni contributed 54 runs

Their partnership helped LSG recover and post a total of 158/6. However, Gujarat chased down the target comfortably with five wickets in hand, securing their first-ever IPL victory.

Conclusion

While Gujarat Titans had a phenomenal debut season, some teams managed to build strong partnerships against them in IPL 2023.

• RCB’s Kohli-du Plessis duo recorded the highest partnership (115 runs) against GT.
• SRH and CSK also built crucial 90+ run stands.
• GT, however, fought back in most of these games, thanks to key contributions from Shubman Gill, David Miller, and Hardik Pandya.

With the IPL 2025 season approaching, it will be interesting to see how GT strengthens their bowling attack to prevent such big partnerships in future matches.