RR vs GT: The excitement of IPL 2026 is at its peak. In the 52nd match of the tournament, on May 9, 2026, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) will host the Gujarat Titans (GT) at their home ground, the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.
For Rajasthan, currently occupying the fourth spot on the points table, this match is crucial for paving a smoother path toward the playoffs.
Points Table, Standings, and Recent Form
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The Rajasthan Royals have delivered a stellar performance so far this season. With 6 wins and 4 losses in 10 matches, the team sits in fourth place on the table with 12 points. However, having suffered a crushing 7-wicket defeat at the hands of the Delhi Capitals in their previous outing, the team will be looking to bounce back and make a strong comeback.
On the other hand, the Gujarat Titans are in magnificent form. Led by Shubman Gill, the team arrives in Jaipur on the back of three consecutive victories. Their recent win against the Punjab Kings has sent the team’s confidence soaring to new heights.
Key Players: The Ones to Watch
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Both teams feature several ‘match-winners’ in their squads for this contest:
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi (RR): This teenage sensation has taken the entire tournament by storm. He has scored 404 runs at a strike rate of 237.
- Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR): In the top order, he provides excellent balance alongside Vaibhav.
- Sai Sudharsan (GT): Having scored 385 runs at a strike rate of 158.44, he has proven to be Gujarat’s most reliable batsman.
- Shubman Gill (GT): Captain Gill has added 378 runs to his tally so far this season, aided by three half-centuries.
Pitch Report: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
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Historically, the pitch in Jaipur is considered a paradise for batsmen. In the last match played at this venue, Sunrisers Hyderabad successfully chased down Rajasthan’s massive target of 228 runs in just 18.3 overs.
Importance of the Toss: Given the flat nature of the pitch and the possibility of dew, the captain winning the toss is likely to opt to bowl first.
RR vs GT: Head-to-Head Record
Looking at the statistics, the Gujarat Titans appear to have the upper hand:
| Details | Statistics |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 09 |
| Rajasthan Royals Wins | 03 |
| Gujarat Titans Wins | 06 |
| Previous Encounter (April 5, 2026) | Rajasthan Royals Won |
Match Details
- Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans, Match 52
- Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
- Date and Time: Saturday, May 9, 2026, 7:30 PM (IST)
- Live Streaming: Jio Star Network and JioStar App/Website
Probable Playing XI
Rajasthan Royals:
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Riyan Parag (Captain), Dhruv Jurel (Wicketkeeper), Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Shimron Hetmyer, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Ravi Bishnoi, Tushar Deshpande.
Gujarat Titans (Gujarat Titans):
Shubman Gill (Captain), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (Wicketkeeper), Glenn Phillips, Shahrukh Khan, Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Ashok Sharma.
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