IPL 2025 Controversy In the 14th over of GT’s innings, Mohammed Shami hit Washington Sundar, who was batting comfortably at 49, with a short-of-length delivery. Sundar made a forceful attempt to hit the sweeper cover, but Aniket Verma made a diving catch. Because they were unsure if the catch was legitimate, the on-field umpires referred the call to the third umpire. The third umpire maintained the on-field call, disqualifying Sundar even though replays indicated that the ball may have touched the ground. The third umpire’s call caused a contentious debate on social media, with many fans critiquing it and preventing Sundar from achieving his half-century.
Gujarat Titans’ Commanding Performance
GT played a strong game the entire time, in spite of the controversy. Their bowlers chose to bowl first and held SRH to a respectable 152 for 8. With an outstanding performance of four wickets for seventeen runs, Mohammed Siraj was the most impressive player. The tone of GT’s bowling attack was established by his early breakthroughs, which included the removal of both SRH openers.
GT’s chase started cautiously in response, losing two wickets before the fourth over for a total of just 16 runs. But captain Shubman Gill’s undefeated 61 off 43 balls served as the innings’ mainstay. With 20 balls remaining, he led GT to a comfortable seven-wicket victory with his calm knock and Sundar’s aggressive 49 from 29 balls.
Mohammed Siraj’s Resurgence
In this match, Mohammed Siraj’s performance was quite impressive. Siraj has made an incredible return in the 2025 Indian Premier League after being cut loose by Royal Challengers Bengaluru and missing out on India’s Champions Trophy side. He has become one of the tournament’s best bowlers with nine wickets in four games. His fiery spell against SRH not only dismantled their top order but also underscored his resilience and determination to reclaim his spot in the national team.
Washington Sundar’s Impact and Social Media Buzz
Washington After initial hiccups, Sundar’s innings was crucial in bringing GT’s chase back to stability. His aggressive strategy relieved strain on Gill and controlled the necessary run rate. Notable figures, such as Google CEO Sundar Pichai, who had previously stated that he would like to see more of Washington in action, took notice of Sundar’s performance. In a funny response to Pichai’s previous tweet, GT’s official social media account said, “Sundar came. Sundar won.
After the judgement was made, social media was inundated with disapproval. On X (formerly Twitter), hashtags like #JusticeForSundar and #ThirdUmpireFail started trending, with many cricket fans, past players, and analysts describing the ruling as “dubious” and “unfair.”
A few of people said that the video was not definitive and that the batter should have been given the benefit of the doubt in such situations. Some fans even likened it to contentious incidents from previous IPL seasons that had generated comparable discussions regarding the validity of catches.
SRH’s Struggles Continue
This loss put SRH in a vulnerable position on the points table as it was their fourth straight tournament loss. Only a few hitters were able to make a substantial contribution as their batting order faltered against GT’s methodical bowling attack. The team’s management and fans expressed visible frustration, especially given the high expectations at the season’s outset.
Looking Ahead
The Gujarat Titans’ all-encompassing triumph has improved their standing in the competition and demonstrated a well-rounded team effort with the bat and the ball. GT will want to keep up this pace as the IPL 2025 season goes on, while SRH will need to fix their batting shortcomings and employ smart strategy to turn around their campaign.
In addition to GT’s outstanding performance, the match will be remembered for the controversy surrounding Washington Sundar’s ejection, which brought attention to how crucial umpiring calls are to the outcome of the game.
