
In a thrilling IPL Qualifier 2 clash, the Gujarat Titans emerged victorious over the Mumbai Indians, securing their place in the finals. Mohit Sharma was the standout performer, delivering an exceptional bowling display that played a significant role in the Titans’ resounding win.
Facing a formidable target set by the Mumbai Indians, the Gujarat Titans needed something extraordinary to advance to the finals. Sharma rose to the occasion with a devastating five-wicket haul, making a remarkable impact on the match.
Introduced into the attack in the 15th over, Sharma wasted no time, dismissing the dangerous Suryakumar Yadav and Vishnu Vinod in quick succession. He continued his onslaught in the 17th over, claiming two more wickets to complete his five-wicket haul. Sharma’s outstanding performance included figures of 5 wickets for just 9 runs in his allotted two overs.
The Gujarat Titans’ victory was a collective team effort, but Sharma’s heroics with the ball were exceptional. His ability to take crucial wickets at crucial moments turned the match in the Titans’ favor and ended the Mumbai Indians’ playoff journey.
With this triumph, the Gujarat Titans have earned their spot in the finals, where they will prepare for an electrifying showdown. Sharma’s outstanding performance will be remembered by fans and players, while Shubman Gill’s remarkable century for the Mumbai Indians highlighted his talent but couldn’t prevent defeat against the Titans.
In the high-stakes and high-intensity world of IPL playoffs, some matches stand out for their extraordinary run-scoring exploits. These matches witness batsmen showcasing their skills and pushing the boundaries of the game. Among these matches, there are a few that have set the bar high in terms of match-aggregates.
One such remarkable encounter took place between the Punjab Kings (PBKS) and the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 2014 Qualifier 2 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. This thrilling match saw a whopping total of 428 runs being scored. It was a run-fest where batsmen from both teams displayed their power-hitting abilities. CSK emerged victorious in this high-scoring affair, making their way to the finals.
Another memorable match in terms of match-aggregate occurred during the 2016 IPL Final between the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The match witnessed a combined total of 408 runs being scored. It was a fitting finale where both teams fought tooth and nail to clinch the coveted IPL trophy. SRH came out on top, securing their maiden IPL title.
Fast forward to the 2023 Qualifier 2 between the Gujarat Titans (GT) and the Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Sardar Patel Stadium in Ahmedabad, and we witness another high-scoring encounter. In this match, the teams amassed a total of 404 runs, making it one of the highest match-aggregates in IPL playoff history. The Gujarat Titans emerged victorious, sealing their place in the finals with a dominant performance.
Adding to this list is the 2022 Eliminator match between the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The match witnessed a total of 400 runs being scored, making it an exciting contest for fans. RCB emerged as the winners, progressing further in the tournament.
These matches serve as a testament to the thrilling nature of IPL playoffs, where the best teams and players compete for glory. The high match-aggregates highlight the firepower of the batsmen and the entertainment value that IPL brings to cricket enthusiasts worldwide.
Highest match-aggregates in IPL playoffs
428 – PBKS vs CSK, Mumbai WS, 2014 Q2
408 – SRH vs RCB, Bengaluru, 2016 Final
404 – GT vs MI, Ahmedabad, 2023 Q2
400 – RCB vs LSG, Kolkata, 2022 Eliminator