Gujarat Titans’ batting coach, Matthew Hayden, praised his team’s consistent approach and strong bowling attack after their impressive 77-run victory over Rajasthan Royals. The win, Gujarat’s fourth in a row, has put them on par with table-toppers Sunrisers Hyderabad and boosted their chances of making it to the playoffs.
Hayden attributed Gujarat’s success this season to clarity in roles rather than relying on flashy performances. He highlighted the opening partnership of Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan, who set the tone with a 118-run stand, and praised the finishing skills of Washington Sundar and Rahul Tewatia.
The former Australian cricketer also emphasized the importance of Gujarat’s pace battery, led by Kagiso Rabada and Mohammed Siraj, in maintaining a strong defensive bowling unit. He stressed the significance of bowling over 150 runs in T20 cricket and commended his team for executing their plans effectively.
On the other hand, Rajasthan Royals’ bowling coach, Shane Bond, admitted that his team lacked sharpness after a lengthy break between matches. Despite still being in contention for the playoffs with three league games remaining, Bond acknowledged that his side had missed opportunities to capitalize on crucial moments throughout the season.
Bond recognized the competitiveness of Rajasthan throughout the season but emphasized the need to improve their performance in order to secure a spot in the playoffs. He expressed confidence in the team’s ability to bounce back and win their remaining matches but acknowledged the importance of playing at their best level.
Overall, Gujarat Titans’ dominant performance and Rajasthan Royals’ need for improvement were highlighted in the post-match assessments by both coaching staff. Published on May 10, 2026.
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