Alright, let’s be honest—IPL 2025 hasn’t just been about cricket this year. It’s been a vibe, and when Gujarat Titans (GT) clashed with Delhi Capitals (DC), the internet didn’t just watch—it erupted. From pre-match predictions to meme-filled mayhem during the match, fans weren’t just spectators; they were part of the show.
So buckle up. We’re taking a trip through the digital chaos—every tweet, meme, hot take, and viral moment that made GT vs DC a social media spectacle.
Pre-Match Polls: What Was Twitter Thinking?
Before the first ball was even bowled, fans had already picked their sides—and boy, were they loud about it. Hashtags like #GTvsDC, #IPL2025Predictions, and the oddly poetic #DelhiOrDieTrying were trending faster than Hardik Pandya’s power-hitters.
But you know what stood out? Fan-made Twitter polls.
- 61% backed DC to take it home. Why? Probably Rishabh Pant’s comeback arc (yes, the man’s got a storyline).
- 39% stuck with GT, still riding high on that 2022 championship nostalgia and Shubman Gill’s charisma.
The predictions weren’t just numbers. They came wrapped in spicy comments:
“If DC wins today, I’ll eat a full plate of momos without chutney. Risky but worth it. #GTvsDC”
Some even called it the “Twitter El Clásico”—because apparently, fan bases have started mirroring football levels of banter.
Match On: Twitter Goes Full Beast Mode
As the game kicked off, so did the memes. Honestly, if you blinked, you missed a new viral moment.
Shubman Gill’s no-look six? Memed.
Pant’s last-over heroics? Screenshotted and captioned like a K-drama climax.
An umpiring call that looked like it was made with closed eyes? Instantly branded “#BlindJustice.”
You know how in some games, there’s one meme that rules them all? This time, it was a screenshot of a GT fan holding a “Trust the Gill Process” banner—with his buddy beside him looking like he regretted showing up.
Other gems included:
- A video mashup of GT’s collapse edited with Titanic’s sinking scene.
- DC fans posting “Sharma Ji Ka Beta” memes every time Pant hit a boundary.
- Someone added AI voices of Kohli and Dhoni narrating the final over like a cricket podcast from heaven. It weirdly worked.
Fan Favorites: Who Got Crowned by the Internet?
Let’s get one thing straight—this wasn’t just about who played well. It was about who won hearts. And fans did cast their votes, unofficially of course, via retweets and fire emojis.
- Rishabh Pant – King of Comebacks. From injury rehab stories to smashing it on-field, fans were calling him “the main character” of IPL 2025. Seriously, someone wrote a fan poem.
- Rashid Khan – Even in GT’s tough moments, he bowled like a man possessed. “The Afghan Assassin” was trending for 3 hours straight.
- Jake Fraser-McGurk – New name, new meme material. Fans were like, “Bro came straight outta a 2024 TikTok edit and into the IPL spotlight.”
Honorable mention? The ball boy who caught a six and dabbed like it was still 2016. Pure meme gold.
Controversy Corner: What Got People Riled Up?
You can’t have a high-stakes IPL match without at least one eyebrow-raising moment. GT vs DC gave us… two.
- The “Not-Out” That Was Clearly Out
Twitter turned into a mini courtroom. People brought out slow-mo replays like they were auditioning for Star Sports.
“That third umpire decision was so bad, even VAR would’ve called in sick.” - The Mid-Innings Ad Glitch
Just as Pant hit what looked like a six, a food delivery ad popped up on the IPL app stream. Twitter didn’t forgive.
“Missed the best shot of the match ‘cause someone wanted me to order butter chicken? Unforgivable.”
Even Ashwin chimed in with a tweet:
“Technology helps. But sometimes… old-school eyes do better. 
#JustSaying”
Subtle shade? 100%.
Post-Match Verdict: Fans Had the Final Word
Once the dust settled and DC clinched a nail-biter, the fan polls started rolling in faster than DC celebration reels.
- “Who deserved the win?” – 82% said DC (no surprises there)
- “GT’s biggest letdown?” – 40% said middle-order collapse; 30% said captaincy calls
- “Should Pant be in Team India’s T20 World Cup squad?” – 91% YES. Like, loud yes.
Some fans turned emotional:
“This wasn’t just a win for Delhi. This was redemption for Pant, joy for the fans, and memes for the culture. 
#GTvsDC”
The Meme Vault: Pure Comedy Gold
Honestly, the memes deserve their own hall of fame. But let’s round up the absolute bangers that defined the internet chaos:
- “GT fans trying to explain why they lost” → featuring that classic ‘distracted boyfriend’ meme format, but with “Poor Fielding” and “Bad Strategy.”
- “Pant when asked about pressure” → a still of him smiling, with the caption: “Pressure? I have seen rehab. This is just cricket.”
- A side-by-side of DC’s dugout vs GT’s → One was partying like it’s Holi; the other looked like Monday morning team meetings.
One tweet even said:
“DC winning this match is like when your favorite underrated anime finally gets a second season. It’s personal.”
So… What Now?
Twitter’s still buzzing. Fans are still arguing. And you know what? That’s the beauty of IPL—it’s not just cricket; it’s community-driven chaos wrapped in cricket whites and internet slang.
Whether you’re a GT loyalist nursing your wounds or a DC fan still scrolling through celebratory memes, one thing’s clear:
GT vs DC wasn’t just a match. It was a moment.
And in true IPL fashion, the next one’s probably already trending.