jos buttler Proving once again why he is considered one of the most destructive T20 batsmen in the world, he performed brilliantly during this period. ipl 2026 clash between Delhi Capitals (DC) And Gujarat Titans (GT). Facing the first few balls, Buttler looked in complete control, combining power, accuracy and creativity to dominate the opposition bowlers.
Jos Buttler’s explosive attack in powerplay
There was a certain ease to his batting – the kind that made even the most difficult shots look effortless. Be it finding gaps in the field or clearing the boundary with authority, Buttler had an answer to everything Delhi Capitals threw at him. His confidence was evident and as his innings progressed, it became clear that the bowlers were struggling to find a way to contain him.
The highlight of his innings came in spectacular fashion – a long six of 96 meters that went deep into the stands. It wasn’t just about distance; It was the clean timing and smooth swing that made the shot stand out. Earlier in the over, he hit his trademark ramp shot, which was executed with finesse and perfect control, leaving both fans and commentators in awe.
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Jos Buttler seen in 𝙈.🙈🙈🙈 tonight 😊#gt 68/1 after powerplay.
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That one over not only disrupted DC’s bowling strategy but also handed complete control of the game to GT. From that point on, the pressure shifted strongly to the fielding side.
His partnership with Shubman Gill GT’s innings further strengthened. While Gill led the innings with composure, Buttler played the aggressive role and ensured a steady flow of boundaries.
The contrasting styles of both the batsmen created a perfect balance, making it difficult for DC to find success or control the scoring rate.
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Shubman Gill becomes the first GT batsman to score 2,500 IPL runs
Gill added another milestone to his growing legacy on 8 April, becoming the first player to score 2,500 runs for GT in the IPL. The brilliant right-hander, who has been a key figure for the franchise since its debut season, reached the landmark in style during their clash against DC.
Needing just 12 runs to get there, Gill looked calm and patient as ever. That moment finally came in the seventh over, when he completed the milestone by hitting a four off Axar Patel.
Gill played a restrained but effective innings Taking GT to a strong score of 210/4. The stylish opening batsman scored 70 runs off 45 balls, mixing control with aggression at the right time. His innings included 4 fours and 5 sky-high sixes, highlighting his ability to change gears when needed and dominate the bowling.
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