GT vs LSG, IPL 2026: GT hardly break a sweat, Buttler and Gill glide home to leapfrog LSG in table – Action in Images

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By Kartikay Dutta

Published on Apr 12, 2026 07:49 pm IST

Gujarat Titans rise to fifth in the table, ahead of LSG by one position, thanks to a comfortable and businesslike win by 7 wickets. Prasidh, Gill, Buttler star.

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Published on Apr 12, 2026 07:49 pm IST

No complications – a simple chase for GT after restricting LSG to 164/8, and managed with a little bit of time to spare. GT looked like the much better team, executing their plans and outdoing their opposition to overtake them in the table.(PTI)

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Rishabh Pant looked in phenomenal touch early for LSG, striking a few good boundaries and a six. The best he has looked in a while in the IPL, but fell to a poor shot before he could really get going.(PTI)

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After the early wickets of Marsh and Pant, well-set Aiden Markram was who LSG were looking to as the backbone of the innings. But too many risks in one over meant his stay didn't last long – still failing to convert.(REUTERS)

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Four wickets and the purple cap for Prasidh Krishna, who was once again at his best. Short, sharp bowling at pace, getting LSG's batters into trouble and continuing his wicket-taking ways.(PTI)

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Consecutive half-centuries for Shubman Gill, who looked unhurried and unhassled while going through his innings. Had the license to play as anchor, and made sure GT never looked like losing the match.(AFP)

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Jos Buttler started watchfully but began to accelerate as he went along. Ultimately, his half-century was the 100th of his T20 career – fitting for a legend of the sport.(REUTERS)

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An 84-run partnership which had minimal risk and no need for urgency, but was full of skill and class – both batters fell before they could take GT home, but Sundar's late cameo meant GT took the points and overtook LSG.(REUTERS)

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Kartikay Dutta

Kartikay Dutta is a sports writer with the Hindustan Times Sports Desk, having joined in August 2024 to further his professional journey and pursue his long-standing ambition of working in sports media. With a strong interest in cricket, tennis, and football, Kartikay focuses on exploring the deeper layers of sport beyond the immediate action on the field. His work centres on producing insightful long-form and analytical pieces that examine the stories behind performances, teams, and tournaments. He is particularly interested in narratives that intersect with culture, history, and politics, helping readers understand how modern sport evolves within a broader social context. Before joining Hindustan Times, Kartikay worked with leading digital newsrooms in India, where he developed a strong foundation in data-driven storytelling. He is skilled at using statistics, records, and historical trends to uncover patterns and perspectives that add depth to match coverage and sports features. His approach combines research with narrative clarity, allowing complex sporting developments to be presented in an engaging and accessible manner. Kartikay also has a growing passion for multimedia storytelling. He actively explores how photographs, videos, and graphics can enhance sports journalism by illustrating not only what happens during competition but also the preparation, strategy, and operational dynamics behind the scenes. Through this evolving skill set, he aims to contribute to a more immersive and modern form of sports storytelling that connects audiences more closely with the games they follow. Read Less ...Read More

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GT vs LSG, IPL 2026: GT hardly break a sweat, Buttler and Gill glide home to leapfrog LSG in table – Action in Images

Gujarat Titans rise to fifth in the table, ahead of LSG by one position, thanks to a comfortable and businesslike win by 7 wickets. Prasidh, Gill, Buttler star.

No complications – a simple chase for GT after restricting LSG to 164/8, and managed with a little bit of time to spare. GT looked like the much better team, executing their plans and outdoing their opposition to overtake them in the table.(PTI)

Rishabh Pant looked in phenomenal touch early for LSG, striking a few good boundaries and a six. The best he has looked in a while in the IPL, but fell to a poor shot before he could really get going.(PTI)

After the early wickets of Marsh and Pant, well-set Aiden Markram was who LSG were looking to as the backbone of the innings. But too many risks in one over meant his stay didn't last long – still failing to convert.(REUTERS)

Four wickets and the purple cap for Prasidh Krishna, who was once again at his best. Short, sharp bowling at pace, getting LSG's batters into trouble and continuing his wicket-taking ways.(PTI)

Consecutive half-centuries for Shubman Gill, who looked unhurried and unhassled while going through his innings. Had the license to play as anchor, and made sure GT never looked like losing the match.(AFP)

Jos Buttler started watchfully but began to accelerate as he went along. Ultimately, his half-century was the 100th of his T20 career – fitting for a legend of the sport.(REUTERS)

An 84-run partnership which had minimal risk and no need for urgency, but was full of skill and class – both batters fell before they could take GT home, but Sundar's late cameo meant GT took the points and overtook LSG.(REUTERS)

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