GT vs RR IPL 2026: When and where to watch, predicted XIs, pitch report and key details
GT vs RR IPL 2026: Check match timing, live streaming details, predicted playing XIs, pitch and weather report ahead of the clash in Ahmedabad.
Gujarat Titans will take on Rajasthan Royals in Match 9 of the Indian Premier League 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Saturday, with both teams looking to build early momentum in the tournament.
Gujarat Titans, led by Shubman Gill, will be keen to bounce back after a narrow defeat to Punjab Kings in their opening game. Despite posting a competitive total, GT were unable to defend it, exposing some concerns in their bowling unit.
In contrast, Rajasthan Royals head into the clash high on confidence following a dominant win over Chennai Super Kings. Under Riyan Parag’s leadership, RR delivered a clinical all-round performance, making them a dangerous side heading into this fixture.
Historically, Gujarat Titans have dominated this matchup, winning six of the eight encounters between the two sides. However, Rajasthan Royals claimed the most recent meeting in 2025, setting up an intriguing contest.
IPL 2026 GT vs RR: Match Details
What time will the GT vs RR IPL 2026 match start?
The match between Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals will begin at 7:30 PM IST.
What time will the toss take place?
The toss is scheduled for 7:00 PM IST, around 30 minutes before the start of the match.
Where is the GT vs RR match being played?
The match will be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Where can you watch the GT vs RR IPL 2026 match live on TV?
The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India.
Where can you live stream the GT vs RR match?
Fans can live stream the match on the JioHotstar app and website.
GT vs RR IPL 2026: Head-to-Head Record
GT wins: 6
RR wins: 2
Last meeting: April 2025 (RR won)
GT vs RR IPL 2026: Predicted Playing XIs
Gujarat Titans (GT)
Shubman Gill (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Sai Sudharsan, Washington Sundar, Glenn Phillips, M Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada / Jason Holder, Mohammed Siraj, Ashok Sharma
Impact Player: Prasidh Krishna / Sai Kishore
Rajasthan Royals (RR)
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Riyan Parag (c), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Ravi Bishnoi, Nandre Burger, Sandeep Sharma
GT vs RR IPL 2026: Pitch & Conditions
The surface at the Narendra Modi Stadium is expected to be a batting-friendly one, with a red-soil pitch offering consistent pace and bounce. Traditionally known for high-scoring encounters, the venue could once again produce a run-heavy contest, with a first-innings total in the 170–180 range likely to be competitive.
Dew is expected to play a crucial role later in the evening, making it difficult for bowlers to grip the ball in the second innings. As a result, teams winning the toss are likely to prefer chasing.
Weather Report
The weather in Ahmedabad is expected to remain warm and clear, with temperatures dropping slightly from around 28°C at the start to approximately 26°C by the end of the match, ensuring ideal conditions for a full game.
GT vs RR IPL 2026: Squads
Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill (captain), Jos Buttler (wicketkeeper), Kumar Kushagra, Glenn Phillips, Rashid Khan, Manav Suthar, Nishant Sindhu, Washington Sundar, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kagiso Rabada, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Jayant Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Ashok Sharma, Jason Holder, Tom Banton, Luke Wood, Sai Sudharsan, Rahul Tewatia, Arshad Khan, Anuj Rawat, Kulwant Khejroliya, Gurnoor Brar, M Shahrukh Khan
Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Riyan Parag (captain), Dhruv Jurel (wicketkeeper), Shimron Hetmyer, Dasun Shanaka, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Sandeep Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi, Adam Milne, Yudhvir Singh Charak, Tushar Deshpande, Shubham Dubey, Nandre Burger, Kuldeep Sen, Sushant Mishra, Donovan Ferreira, Kwena Maphaka, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Vignesh Puthur, Ravi Singh, Aman Rao Perala, Brijesh Sharma