The 9th match of IPL 2026 features Rajasthan Royals taking on Gujarat Titans on 4th April.
Rajasthan Royals have started their campaign strongly with a win and currently sit at the top of the table. Gujarat Titans, meanwhile, are coming off a loss and are still fine-tuning their combinations after a reshaped squad in the 2026 cycle.
GT vs RR Win Probability
RCBW vs DCW Batting Tips
GT vs RR Match Details
| Match | Indian Premier League 2026, 9th Match |
| Date | Saturday, 04 April 2026 |
| Time | 07:30 PM (IST) |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Live Streaming (TV) | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming (Mobile) | JioHotstar |
GT vs RR Team Form – Who Will Win Today’s Match?
Rajasthan Royals
Rajasthan Royals look like a settled and confident unit early in the tournament.
Yashasvi Jaiswal and young gun Vaibhav Suryavanshi continues to be their most explosive batters at the top, while captain Ryan Parag provides stability and intent through the middle.
The middle-order depth has improved with R Jadeja a genuine all-round contributor, alongside Dhruv Jurel who adds finishing ability.
With the ball, Rajasthan rely on variety—pace up front and spin control in the middle overs-making them adaptable across conditions.
Gujarat Titans
Gujarat Titans are still finding rhythm after their opening defeat.
Captain Shubman Gill remains the pillar of their batting lineup. Alongside him, Sai Sudharsan provides composure.
The middle order now has a more power-based approach with players like Joss Buttler, Shahrukh Khan and Rahul Tewatia, but consistency is still a concern.
Their bowling unit is still their biggest strength, especially with world-class spin and improving pace options, but execution under pressure remains a question.
GT vs RR Probable Playing XI
Gujarat Titans Probable XI
Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan, Joss Buttler, Glenn Phillips, Rahul Tewatia, W Sundar, Rashid Khan, P Krishna, Mohammed Siraj, K Rabada, Ashok Sharma
Rajasthan Royals Probable XI
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Riyan Parag©, Dhruv Jurel(w), Shimron Hetmyer, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Sandeep Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi, Brijesh Sharma
GT vs RR Head-to-Head Record
| Total Matches | 5 |
| RR Won | 2 |
| GT Won | 3 |
GT vs RR Pitch Report
Ahmedabad offers a balanced surface with something for both batters and bowlers.
The new ball comes nicely onto the bat, but as the game progresses, spinners and slower balls become effective. A first innings score around 180–190 is competitive.
GT vs RR Weather Report
Clear conditions are expected. Dew is likely to play a role in the second innings, making chasing slightly easier.
GT vs RR Toss Prediction
Teams winning the toss will prefer to bowl first due to dew and chasing advantage.
GT vs RR Match Prediction
This game comes down to momentum versus rebuilding.
Rajasthan Royals look like a settled side with clarity in roles and strong recent form. Their top order is firing, and their bowling attack has multiple options to control different phases.
Gujarat Titans, in contrast, are still stabilizing after changes in their lineup. They rely heavily on Shubman Gill at the top and Rashid Khan with the ball.
The key battle will be Gujarat’s middle order against Rajasthan’s spin control in the middle overs. If GT fail to handle that phase, they could fall behind again.
Given current form, balance, and confidence levels, Rajasthan hold the advantage.
👉 Prediction: Rajasthan Royals to win
GT vs RR Dream11 Team
- Wicketkeepers: Jos Buttler, D Jurel
- Batters: Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, V Suryavanshi
- All-rounders: Riyan Parag, R Jadeja,
- Bowlers: Rashid Khan, R Bishnoi, P Krishna, N Burger
Captain (C): Yashasvi Jaiswal
Vice-Captain (VC): S Gill
