Opting to bat first, Pant (88 not out off 43 balls) and Axar Patel (66 off 43 balls) showcased contrasting yet effective batting styles to propel Delhi Capitals to a formidable total of 224 for 4. Despite the valiant efforts of Sai Sudarshan (65 off 29) and David Miller (55 off 23) who both scored half-centuries, Gujarat Titans fell short of the target, finishing at 220 for 8 in their allotted 20 overs.
Earlier in the match, Axar and Pant combined forces to form a crucial 113-run partnership that stabilized the innings following a strong performance by medium pacer Sandeep Warrier (3/15) who dismantled the top order. Captain Pant exhibited his prowess by smashing eight maximums and five boundaries, leading his team to victory. Additionally, Tristan Stubbs contributed a quickfire 26 runs off just 7 balls, further bolstering Delhi Capitals’ total.