Gujarat Titans Stay Cold and Calculated Despite Washington Sundar’s Heroics

In IPL 2025, Gujarat Titans (GT) have made one thing clear—they play with their heads, not their hearts. Despite Washington Sundar’s match-winning effort in the previous game that had fans and pundits buzzing, GT showed no hesitation in benching him when conditions demanded otherwise. With the return to a red-soil pitch, they prioritized an extra pacer and trusted specialist batter M Shahrukh Khan. The Impact Player rule continues to complicate roles for versatile cricketers like Sundar, but GT’s clarity and ruthlessness in strategy could be what sets them apart this season. Follow Khelstake for the sharpest analysis, team strategy breakdowns, and the evolving dynamics of IPL 2025.