Gujarat Titans’ batting coach, Matthew Hayden, admitted that despite bowling 45 dot balls, the team’s bowlers were off their rhythm and lines in their recent match against Rajasthan Royals. The Titans conceded 13 wides, which proved costly in their narrow six-run defeat. Hayden singled out Mohammed Siraj for having an off day, noting that his pitch map showed he was bowling too short and wide.
Hayden believed that the game was within reach for the Titans, but key decisions against Ravi Bishnoi and a costly run out of Shahrukh Khan turned the tide. He emphasized the need for cohesion in the entire batting lineup and attention to detail in partnerships to secure wins.
Kagiso Rabada’s performance with the bat was praised by Hayden, highlighting the importance of frontline bowlers contributing in run chases. Player-of-the-Match, Ravi Bishnoi, revealed his tactic of bowling googlies to left-handers to force them to hit towards the longer boundary.
Overall, Hayden stressed the importance of partnerships and attention to detail in winning games. The match was played on April 5, 2026.
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