Tridib BaparnashNew Delhi, May 30 -- If Vaibhav Sooryavanshi represents the new-age batter thriving on fearless power and relentless aggression, Shubman Gill and B Sai Sudharsan offered a reminder that conventional approach of timing, placement and classical stroke-play remain just as effective in the shortest format.
On a night when Rajasthan Royals once again leaned on a stunning 96 from their teenage sensation, the Gujarat Titans opening pair produced a batting masterclass of their own, with Gill leading from the front with a sublime century as they sealed a seven-wicket victory in Qualifier 2 and booked a place in Sunday's IPL 2026 final against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Ahmedabad.
Gill, who had looked visibly...