Tewatia's Heroics Propel Gujarat Titans to Thrilling Victory

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra praised Rahul Tewatia's clutch performance, helping Gujarat Titans (GT) secure a win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in a nail-biting finish. Despite challenges, including a fielding penalty impacting MI's defense, Tewatia's final push ensured a three-wicket victory for GT.

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra commended Gujarat Titans' decision to retain Rahul Tewatia, calling him a 'clutch player' capable of delivering under pressure. In a riveting match, Tewatia's critical boundary off an early delivery, combined with Mumbai Indians' fielding penalty allowing only four fielders outside the circle, marked a pivotal moment.

In Tuesday's encounter, GT won the toss and opted to field. Despite a strong 71-run partnership between Will Jacks and Suryakumar Yadav, regular wicket losses saw MI restricted to 155/8. Sai Kishore was instrumental for GT's bowling, while key contributions came from Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Arshad Khan, Rashid Khan, and Gerald Coetzee.

GT's chase was tumultuous. An initial setback was countered by Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler's 72-run partnership. However, post-rain breaks, MI's pace duo, Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult, threatened GT. Facing a revised target of 147, Rahul Tewatia and Gerald Coetzee steered GT to a last-ball victory, sealing the match by three wickets.

(With inputs from agencies.)