
Sun May 18 14:30:00 UTC 2025: Okay, here’s a news article summarizing the provided live score updates for the Delhi Capitals (DC) vs. Gujarat Titans (GT) IPL match, incorporating key details:
**Gujarat Titans Opt to Bowl First Against Delhi Capitals in Crucial IPL Clash**
**Delhi, India** – The Gujarat Titans (GT) won the toss and elected to bowl first against the Delhi Capitals (DC) in a crucial Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 match at Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium. GT is aiming to secure a playoff spot with a victory, while DC is looking to avenge their previous loss to Gujarat and strengthen their own playoff chances.
GT has brought back Kagiso Rabada into their playing XI. DC has included Vipraj Nigam and Mustafizur Rahman in their lineup.
**Early Innings Struggles for Delhi**
Delhi Capitals had a slow start, reaching 45/1 after the powerplay. Opener Faf du Plessis was dismissed early for just 5 runs, caught by Siraj off Arshad Khan’s bowling. KL Rahul hit a half-century off 35 balls, his fourth of the season, but GT bowlers managed to keep runs in check.