The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad is set to host a marquee clash on May 25 as table-toppers Gujarat Titans (GT) take on Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Match 67 of IPL 2025. It will be the first meeting between these two sides this season, with plenty riding on the outcome, at least for GT. Under Shubman Gill’s leadership, the Titans have registered nine wins in 13 games and are keen to secure a top-two finish heading into the playoffs. Despite a setback against Lucknow Super Giants in their last outing, GT remain in commanding form.
The Ahmedabad surface has typically favoured stroke-makers, but there’s just enough in it for pacers to stay in the contest. With an average first-innings total hovering around 175, bowling first might be the smarter choice, especially under bright, dry conditions. CSK, on the other hand, are out of playoff contention, having managed only three wins from 13 matches.
However, this game holds emotional weight as it could be MS Dhoni’s final IPL appearance. The veteran icon is still one of the biggest draws in Indian cricket, and fans in Ahmedabad will be eager to catch a glimpse, perhaps one last time. With 18 points, a win would ensure GT stay in the top two, which grants an extra shot at reaching the final.
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A loss, however, could leave them reliant on the net run rate and other results. RCB, Punjab Kings, and Mumbai Indians have also made it to the playoffs, intensifying the jostle for the top spots. Head-to-head, GT have a slight edge over CSK with four wins in seven meetings. But it was CSK who had the last laugh, beating GT in the IPL 2023 final. The stage is set for another thrilling chapter in this growing rivalry.
#1 Shubman Gill vs Khaleel Ahmed
Shubman Gill, Gujarat Titans’ batting lynchpin, has been in sublime touch this season, anchoring the innings and playing key roles in several victories. However, in the upcoming clash against Chennai Super Kings, he will face a stern challenge from Khaleel Ahmed, who has been CSK’s go-to bowler with the new ball. Khaleel has dismissed Gill twice in six IPL innings, and his left-arm angle could trouble the GT skipper early on. That said, Gill has still managed to score 44 runs off him at a brisk strike rate of 151.72.
#2 Jos Buttler vs Noor Ahmad
Another intriguing duel will be between Jos Buttler and Noor Ahmad. Buttler, who has been pivotal for GT in the middle overs, especially against spin, has handled left-arm spinners with ease this season, striking at 142.85 without being dismissed. Noor, however, has been sensational with the ball, claiming 21 wickets—the joint-highest in IPL 2025, making this a match-up to watch.
#3 Shivam Dube vs Rashid Khan
Shivam Dube has quietly emerged as CSK’s top run-scorer this season, amassing 340 runs. Yet, his strike rate of 129.77 suggests he hasn’t quite exploded. Facing Rashid Khan could make things tougher for the left-hander. Rashid may not be at his peak, but his craft still poses a significant threat, having dismissed Dube twice in six T20 outings.
