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Washington Sundar on GT's 5-Win Streak: Consistency Key to Success

Gujarat Titans secured their fifth consecutive IPL victory by defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad by 82 runs. Washington Sundar praised the team's clarity and consistency for the winning streak. Sundar and Sai Sudharsan's 60-run partnership helped GT post 168/5 after early setbacks. GT's bowling attack dominated, bowling out SRH for 86 to seal the win.

Key Points: GT's 5-Win Streak: Sundar on Consistency & Team Clarity

  • GT wins 5th straight IPL match by 82 runs vs SRH
  • Sundar and Sudharsan's 60-run partnership stabilizes innings
  • GT bowlers bowl out SRH for 86 in 14.5 overs
  • Sundar stresses staying present for playoff push
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'Winning five games on the trot shows our consistency as a unit': Sundar

Washington Sundar credits team clarity after Gujarat Titans' 5th consecutive IPL win. Partnership with Sai Sudharsan and bowling attack shine in 82-run victory.

"To win five games on the trot speaks volumes about the consistency we've shown as a unit. - Washington Sundar"

Ahmedabad, May 13

All-rounder Washington Sundar lauded the clarity and consistency within the team after Gujarat Titans won their fifth consecutive match in IPL 2026 after beating Sunrisers Hyderabad by 82 runs on Tuesday.

Having posted what initially appeared to be a below-par 168/5 on a difficult surface of Narendra Modi Stadium, Gujarat bowled SRH out for just 86 in 14.5 overs, with the pace attack exploiting the conditions brilliantly before the spinners finished the job.

"It means a lot. This season has been extremely competitive, with every team coming hard at us. To win five games on the trot speaks volumes about the consistency we've shown as a unit. At the same time, sticking to what has worked for us is also a challenge. You can sometimes lose rhythm by trying to do too many things, but I think we've done well to avoid that. A lot of credit has to go to the team for maintaining that clarity and consistency," Sundar told Jio Hotstar.

Coming to bat after losing the toss, the Gujarat Titans suffered early blows and were 64-3 in 9.3 overs, but Sundar and Sai Sudharsan forged a 60-run partnership which helped the team reach 168 in 20 overs.

Speaking about the partnership, Sundar revealed that the proper communication between the two helped them understand the situation and play the shots accordingly.

"It's always enjoyable batting with Sai because we constantly communicate in the middle. It was important for me to understand both the situation and the nature of the wicket, especially since it was doing a bit more than usual. Early on, I wasn't finding boundaries, while Sai was able to get them without taking many risks. That balance really helped both of us and allowed the partnership to settle in nicely," Sundar said.

Despite GT coming on top in the points table with 16 points in 12 games, Sundar believes that it is important to stay in the present and focus on playing good cricket.

"It's extremely important for us to stay present and understand what has worked well for us so far. We've been playing some really good cricket, but there's still a long way to go in the tournament. Hopefully, we can continue this momentum and eventually go on to win the championship," he concluded.

After this win, Shubman Gill's side will next face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on May 16 as they look to seal their playoff birth.

- IANS

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Priya S
Five wins in a row is no joke in this IPL season! The way our bowling unit has gelled together is just amazing. Shami and Rashid bhai have been exceptional. Hope we seal the playoffs spot against KKR next. 💙
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James A
As a neutral fan, I've been impressed by GT's consistency. Washington Sundar's growth as a player is remarkable - from being mainly a bowler to now contributing crucial runs. That's what makes T20 cricket so exciting!
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Michael C
I think the real credit should go to the bowling attack. Bowling out a team for 86 after posting just 168 shows how well they adapted to the pitch conditions. The way they used the surface at Motera was absolutely clinical.
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Sneha F
One small concern though - we need to start better with the bat. 64/3 in 9.3 overs is risky. Against stronger teams, that could backfire. But Sai and Sundar's partnership rescued us beautifully. On to the next match! 🤞
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Vikram M
Washington Sundar's clarity in interviews shows the maturity this GT team has. They're not getting carried away despite being at the top of the table. That's what champions do - stay grounded and take it match by match. Shahbaz, Gill, Rashid - everyone's contributing! 🎯
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