Gujarat Titans Struggle in IPL 2025 Playoffs with Middle Order Emerging

The Gujarat Titans have shown strong performances from their top order, with Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan scoring heavily throughout the IPL 2025 season, but their middle order remains a concern, especially with Jos Buttler unavailable for the playoffs due to national duties. Despite the struggles, the middle order, including Shahrukh Khan and Sherfane Rutherford, showed resilience in recent matches, notably helping the team cross 200 runs against Lucknow Super Giants after early top-order losses. However, GT's recent defeats to Lucknow and Chennai Super Kings exposed vulnerabilities in their batting depth and bowling attack, with key players like Rashid Khan and Mohammed Siraj underperforming and Kagiso Rabada missing the playoffs. Captain Shubman Gill highlighted a poor powerplay and inability to control runs or take wickets in the middle overs as critical factors in their heavy loss to CSK. While the Titans remain table-toppers and playoff contenders, their fragile middle order and inconsistent bowling raise concerns about their ability to secure a second IPL title. The team is looking to address these weaknesses and maintain composure under pressure in the crucial upcoming matches.