Gujarat Titans’ batting coach, Parthiv Patel, remains composed after their 29-run defeat against Kolkata Knight Riders. The team is focused on securing a spot in the IPL 2026 playoffs by winning their upcoming match. Patel emphasized that their qualification is within their control, with no need to rely on other teams’ results.
According to Patel, the team’s strategy is straightforward – win the next match against Chennai Super Kings to advance. He highlighted the importance of playing to their strengths, minimizing errors, and maintaining a simple approach to the game. Patel expressed confidence in their ability to qualify based on their performance.
Reflecting on the recent match, Kolkata Knight Riders posted a formidable total of 247/2, led by impressive innings from Finn Allen and Angkrish Raghuvanshi. Despite a strong effort from captain Shubman Gill, Gujarat Titans fell short in their chase, scoring 218 runs. Despite the loss, Gujarat Titans remain in the second position on the points table with 16 points from 13 matches.
