RR vs GT Match 52 has become one of the biggest games in IPL 2026 from a playoff perspective at Sawai Maningh Stadium. Fans closely follow where to watch RR vs GT live, RR vs GT head-to-head records, timeline, pitch report, playing11, prediction, and most importantly, Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans stats, which tighten the IPL points table. Rajasthan Royals host the Gujarat Titans in Jaipur at a point where one good result can change the equation of the playoff race.
RR knows they need a lift after dropping key matches in recent weeks, but Jaipur still gives them belief. Their batting lineup can put pressure on any attack when it clicks early.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has brought fresh life to the top of the order with fearless strokeplay and quick starts that shift momentum fast. Riyan Parag and Jurel still anchor the innings, while Donovan Ferreira keeps finding runs in important moments. Rajasthan have looked at their best when the batting plays with freedom, and home conditions usually help that approach.
Gujarat Titans walk in with a more settled look. Shubman Gill has controlled the tempo of their innings throughout the season, building partnerships and keeping the chase or total on track. GT does not rush games. They stay patient, trust their bowling, and wait for mistakes.
The earlier RR vs GT match, with a 6-run thriller, still hangs over this contest. Each time this rivalry gives excitement till the last overs. GT’s bowling vs RR’s top order can decide the game. Now the scene moves to Jaipur. GT wants revenge. RR wants another step closer to the playoffs.
Where to Watch Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans Match Details
| Matches | Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans |
| Stadium | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| Date & Time | Saturday, May 09 , 7:30 P.M. (IST) |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
RR vs GT Head to Head Records
| Matches | 9 |
| RR Won | 3 |
| GT Wons | 6 |
| No Result | Nil |
| At Narendra Modi Stadium | RR 2 GT 2 |
| Sawai Mansingh Stadium | RR 1 GT 2 |
| Neutral Stadium | RR 0 GT 2 |
RR vs GT Pitch Report
What insider does the RR vs. GT pitch report for today’s game give us?
Are you ready for the exciting RR vs GT match?
RR will play their third game in Sawai Mansingh Stadium so far this year. In the first match against SRH, they lost by 5 wickets, and in the second match against DC, they lost by 7 wickets. Even though it’s a good pitch for batting, it also helps the bowlers.
At Sawai Mansingh Stadium, the pacers have gotten 15 wickets, and the spinners have gotten 5 wickets so far this season. In Jaipur, the chasing team has won both ches.The average score of this pitch is 220-230.
Weather Report
The temperature will be around 31-36 degrees Celsius in Jaipur in the evening. The humidity level in the evening will be around 21-26% at match time. It will increase over time. The wind will blow from the West-northwest at 15km/h. The sky will be covered with no clouds. There will be no possibility of rain during the match time.
RR vs GT Playing 11(Predicted)
For Rajasthan Royals
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Riyan Parag (C), Ravindra Jadeja, Donovan Ferreira, Shubham Dubey, Jofra Archer, Ravi Bishnoi, Nandre Burger, Brijesh Sharma
Impact Player – Tushar Deshpande / Shimron Hetmyer
For Gujarat Titans
Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (C), Jos Buttler (WK), Washington Sundar, Nishant Sindhu, Jason Holder, Rahul Tewatia, Arshad Khan, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Manav Suthar
Impact Player – Prasidh Krishna / Mohammed Siraj / Shahrukh Khan
Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans Timeline
| # | Date | Venue | Winner | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14 Apr 2022 | DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai | GT | 37 runs |
| 2 | 24 May 2022 | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | GT | 7 wickets |
| 3 | 29 May 2022 | Ahmedabad (Final) | GT | 7 wickets |
| 4 | 16 Apr 2023 | Ahmedabad | RR | 3 wickets |
| 5 | 05 May 2023 | Jaipur | GT | 9 wickets |
| 6 | 10 Apr 2024 | Jaipur | GT | 3 wickets |
| 7 | 09 Apr 2025 | Ahmedabad | GT | 58 runs |
| 8 | 28 Apr 2025 | Jaipur | RR | 8 wickets |
| 9 | 04 Apr 2026 | Ahmedabad | RR | 6 runs |
Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans Stats
- Sai Sudharsan is the one player who always does well in this game. He gets a lot of runs more than 45 every time he plays.
- Four out of the eight matches between these teams have been decided in the final over.
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has the score by one person, in this rivalry. He got a century that is 101 in the year 2025.
- Jaiswal has had a time, against Rashid. He does not score quickly against Rashid he scores at a rate of 103.7.
- Archer has historically troubled Gill, dismissing him twice in just four IPL meetings during the powerplay.
RR vs GT Prediction
We predict that the Gujarat Titans (GT) are the favourites over the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Saturday night’s clash on May 9, 2026.
Tactically, RR’s powerplay dominance, led by the explosive opening duo of Yashasvi Jaiswal and teen sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, is going to be a nightmare for GT’s bowlers at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium.
But, GT historically holds a 6-3 head-to-head advantage; RR has lost their last encounters. The Titans’ success hinges on Shubman Gill returning to anchor the innings after his recent muscle spasm and Rashid Khan outfoxing RR’s aggressive middle order in the dry Jaipur conditions.
Prediction: GT won by 4-5 wickets or 4-8 runs.
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