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.