RR vs GT IPL 2026 Match Preview: Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI & Pitch Report
The race for the playoffs is heating up in the Indian Premier League. With both teams playing very well and currently sitting in the 4th and 5th positions, this match will decide who climbs the points table. Rajasthan Royals will take on Gujarat Titans in a high stakes T20 clash. Fans are eagerly looking for the perfect Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Winning Team to dominate the leaderboards and claim top rewards in major leagues.
Match Details
- Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans
- Date: 09 May 2026
- Time: 19:30 IST
- Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
Live Streaming & Broadcast Details
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Weather Report
The weather in Jaipur will be hot and dry during the day, cooling down slightly by evening. The Dew factor is expected to play a massive role in the second innings, making chasing significantly easier. Fortunately, there is absolutely no Rain impact expected, ensuring a full 40-over contest for fantasy fans.
Pitch Report & Venue Stats
The pitch at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium is a paradise for batters. The Average score here in the last 5 matches is a massive 212 runs. When it comes to bowling, there is a clear Pace vs spin dominance, with pacers taking 37 wickets compared to just 17 wickets for the spinners.
- Fantasy Takeaway: Load your team with top order batters and death over pacers who can exploit the conditions.
Team Form & Head to-Head
Rajasthan Royals
- Last 5 matches: L, W, L, W, L
- Recent performance: Inconsistent but extremely dangerous at home.
- Head to-head record: 3 wins against GT.
Gujarat Titans
- Last 5 matches: W, W, W, L, L
- Recent performance: Gaining massive momentum with a strong three match winning streak.
- Head to-head record: 6 wins against RR.
Injury Updates & Player Availability
- All key players from both squads are reported to be Fully fit.
- There are no Injured or Doubtful players for this crucial fixture.
Probable Playing XI
Rajasthan Royals
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel, Riyan Parag, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Shubham Dubey, Jofra Archer, Ravi Bishnoi, Nandre Burger, Brijesh Sharma
Gujarat Titans
Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill, Jos Buttler, Washington Sundar, M Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Jason Holder, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Arshad Khan
Key Players to Watch
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi: He is in explosive form, scoring 404 runs this season. His role as a top order anchor makes him a must have.
- Sai Sudharsan: Leading the run charts for his team with 385 runs. He loves batting on flat tracks and is highly reliable.
- Kagiso Rabada: A premium fast bowler with 16 wickets this season. He is lethal in the death overs where pacers thrive at this venue.
Fantasy Picks
Small League Safe Picks
- Shubman Gill
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Jos Buttler
Mega League Differential Picks
- Jason Holder: A massive differential with 104 average fantasy points and crucial death over skills.
- Jofra Archer: Capable of tearing through top orders, picking up 15 wickets so far this season.
Match Prediction / Outlook
Given their superior head to-head record and recent winning momentum, Gujarat Titans are the favorites to win this match. The dew will heavily favor the team batting second, making the toss crucial.
Disclaimer
Always check the Final Playing XI and Toss updates before locking your fantasy team.
IPL 2026 RR vs GT players T20 past performance, current series performance, projected points and selection percentage.
Teams | Date | Venue | Toss | Bat First | Bat Second | Inning 1 | Inning 2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RR vs CSK | 30 Mar - 07:30 PM | Guwahati | RR | 127/10 (19.4) | 128/2 (12.1) | RR RR won by 8 wickets (with 47 balls remaining) | ||
| GT vs RR | 04 Apr - 07:30 PM | Ahmedabad | RR | 210/6 (20.0) | 204/8 (20.0) | RR RR won by 6 runs | ||
| RR vs MI | 07 Apr - 07:30 PM | Guwahati | MI | 150/3 (11.0) | 123/9 (11.0) | RR RR won by 27 runs | ||
| RR vs RCB | 10 Apr - 07:30 PM | Guwahati | RR | 201/8 (20.0) | 202/4 (18.0) | RR RR won by 6 wickets (with 12 balls remaining) | ||
| SRH vs RR | 13 Apr - 07:30 PM | Hyderabad | RR | 216/6 (20.0) | 159/10 (19.0) | SRH SRH won by 57 runs | ||
| KKR vs RR | 19 Apr - 03:30 PM | Kolkata | RR | 155/9 (20.0) | 161/6 (19.4) | KKR KKR won by 4 wickets (with 2 balls remaining) | ||
| LSG vs RR | 22 Apr - 07:30 PM | Lucknow | LSG | 159/6 (20.0) | 119/10 (18.0) | RR RR won by 40 runs | ||
| RR vs SRH | 25 Apr - 07:30 PM | Jaipur | SRH | 228/6 (20.0) | 229/5 (18.3) | SRH SRH won by 5 wickets (with 9 balls remaining) | ||
| PBKS vs RR | 28 Apr - 07:30 PM | New Chandigarh | RR | 222/4 (20.0) | 228/4 (19.2) | RR RR won by 6 wickets (with 4 balls remaining) | ||
| RR vs DC | 01 May - 07:30 PM | Jaipur | RR | 225/6 (20.0) | 226/3 (19.1) | DC DC won by 7 wickets (with 5 balls remaining) | ||
| RR vs GT | 09 May - 07:30 PM | Jaipur | RR | 229/4 (20.0) | 152/10 (16.3) | GT GT won by 77 runs | ||
| RR vs DC | 17 May - 07:30 PM | Delhi | DC | 193/8 (20.0) | 197/5 (19.2) | DC DC won by 5 wickets (with 4 balls remaining) | ||
| RR vs LSG | 19 May - 07:30 PM | Jaipur | RR | 220/5 (20.0) | 225/3 (19.1) | RR RR won by 7 wickets (with 5 balls remaining) |
Teams | Date | Venue | Toss | Bat First | Bat Second | Inning 1 | Inning 2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PBKS vs GT | 31 Mar - 07:30 PM | New Chandigarh | PBKS | 162/6 (20.0) | 165/7 (19.1) | PBKS PBKS won by 3 wickets (with 5 balls remaining) | ||
| GT vs RR | 04 Apr - 07:30 PM | Ahmedabad | RR | 210/6 (20.0) | 204/8 (20.0) | RR RR won by 6 runs | ||
| GT vs DC | 08 Apr - 07:30 PM | Delhi | DC | 210/4 (20.0) | 209/8 (20.0) | GT GT won by 1 run | ||
| LSG vs GT | 12 Apr - 03:30 PM | Lucknow | GT | 164/8 (20.0) | 165/3 (18.4) | GT GT won by 7 wickets (with 8 balls remaining) | ||
| GT vs KKR | 17 Apr - 07:30 PM | Ahmedabad | KKR | 180/10 (20.0) | 181/5 (19.4) | GT GT won by 5 wickets (with 2 balls remaining) | ||
| GT vs MI | 20 Apr - 07:30 PM | Ahmedabad | GT | 199/5 (20.0) | 100/10 (15.5) | MI MI won by 99 runs | ||
| RCB vs GT | 24 Apr - 07:30 PM | Bengaluru | RCB | 205/3 (20.0) | 206/5 (18.5) | RCB RCB won by 5 wickets (with 7 balls remaining) | ||
| GT vs CSK | 26 Apr - 03:30 PM | Chennai | GT | 158/7 (20.0) | 162/2 (16.4) | GT GT won by 8 wickets (with 20 balls remaining) | ||
| GT vs RCB | 30 Apr - 07:30 PM | Ahmedabad | GT | 155/10 (19.2) | 158/6 (15.5) | GT GT won by 4 wickets (with 25 balls remaining) | ||
| GT vs PBKS | 03 May - 07:30 PM | Ahmedabad | GT | 163/9 (20.0) | 167/6 (19.5) | GT GT won by 4 wickets (with 1 ball remaining) | ||
| RR vs GT | 09 May - 07:30 PM | Jaipur | RR | 229/4 (20.0) | 152/10 (16.3) | GT GT won by 77 runs | ||
| SRH vs GT | 12 May - 07:30 PM | Ahmedabad | SRH | 168/5 (20.0) | 86/10 (14.5) | GT GT won by 82 runs | ||
| KKR vs GT | 16 May - 07:30 PM | Kolkata | GT | 247/2 (20.0) | 218/4 (20.0) | KKR KKR won by 29 runs | ||
| CSK vs GT | 21 May - 07:30 PM | Ahmedabad | CSK | 229/4 (20.0) | 140/10 (13.4) | GT GT won by 89 runs |
Teams | Date | Toss | Bat First | Bat Second | Inning 1 | Inning 2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RR vs SRH | 25 Apr - 07:30 PM | SRH | 228/6 (20.0) | 229/5 (18.3) | SRH SRH won by 5 wickets (with 9 balls remaining) | ||
| RR vs DC | 01 May - 07:30 PM | RR | 225/6 (20.0) | 226/3 (19.1) | DC DC won by 7 wickets (with 5 balls remaining) | ||
| RR vs GT | 09 May - 07:30 PM | RR | 229/4 (20.0) | 152/10 (16.3) | GT GT won by 77 runs | ||
| RR vs LSG | 19 May - 07:30 PM | RR | 220/5 (20.0) | 225/3 (19.1) | RR RR won by 7 wickets (with 5 balls remaining) |





