Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals – Match Overview
Today’s IPL 2026 match is known as Qualifier 2 which is scheduled between GT and RR. The team who wins todays IPL match become eligible for final against RCB on Sunday. The full match schedule is given as below:
- Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals (Qualifier 2)
- Friday, 29 May 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Chandigarh
GT vs RR – Ground Report & Pitch Analysis
Today’s Qualifier 2 match will be played between GT and RR at New Chandigarh Stadium. The stadium has mix soil of red and black combination and offer flat surface. The pitch offers true bounce where the batsman can easily play the shots as ball comes direct onto the bat.
The wicket seems to fast and slippery offers good bounce and pace. Tall “hit-the-deck” fast bowlers can extract decent carry and seam movement with the brand-new ball during the initial power play. Slower cutters and variations are generally less effective here because the ball does not grip or hold much onto the surface. Spin Impact: Spinners play a secondary but crucial containing role.
Pitch Report
- The pitch of the New Chandigarh stadium is suitable for batting conditions.
- The Avg 1st inning score is predicted between 200 runs to 220.
- The surface offers:
- Good bounce and carry for fast bowlers early on
- Easy stroke play once batters settle
- Slight grip for spinners in middle overs
- Short boundaries and a fast outfield make it a high scoring venue.
Toss Factor
- Teams generally prefer to bowl first here.
- Chasing sides have had slightly better success due to dew and batting friendly conditions later in the innings.
Weather Report
- The temp during the match day is expected between 34°C to 38°C
- Humid evening but mostly clear skies
- Very low chance of rain, so a full match is expected.
Key Match Insight
- Rajasthan Royals enter with strong momentum after a dominant Eliminator win.
The venue recently witnessed a massive scoring game, so another run fest is likely.
GT vs RR IPL – Weather Conditions at New Chandigarh
Today’s Weather Condition
- Temp during the match time is expected between 34°C to 38°C
- Weather conditions will be windy and hot.
- People can enjoy full match as low rain chances predicted.
- Humidity may increase slightly in the second innings, which could bring some dew into play
- Wind speed may help swing bowlers early in the innings
Overall, conditions look ideal for another high scoring IPL playoff game.
GT vs RR Qualifier 2 – Records in IPL (Head to Head)
- Total Matches Played: 9
- Gujarat Titans Wins: 7
- Rajasthan Royals Wins: 2
Recent Matches
IPL Season | Winner |
In 2026 | Gujarat Titans wins |
In 2025 | Rajasthan Royals wins |
In 2025 | Gujarat Titans wins |
In 2024 | Gujarat Titans (easy win) |
In 2023 | Rajasthan Royals wins |
Key Insight in Today’s Qualifier 2
- Gujarat Titans (GT) has more advantage in this rivalry since they enter in IPL tournament.
- GT has good bowling attack against top batsmen of RR.
- However, RR’s batsmen are in good form and they easily enter the Qualifier 2 with stronger performance in knockout matches.
GT vs RR IPL Qualifier 2- Probable Playing XI
(GT) Gujarat Titans Playing XI
- Sai Sudharsan
- Shubman Gill
- Washington Sundar
- Jos Buttler
- Jason Holder
- Rahul Tewatia
- Rashid Khan
- Mohammed Siraj
- Kagiso Rabada
- Kulwant Khejroliya
- Prasidh Krishna
(RR) Rajasthan Royals Playing XI
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
- Dhruv Jurel (WK)
- Riyan Parag (C)
- Donovan Ferreira
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Dasun Shanaka
- Nandre Burger
- Jofra Archer
- Brijesh Sharma
- Yash Raj Punja
Impact Players Options
- GT: Nishant Sindhu, Glenn Phillips
- RR: Ravi Bishnoi, Shubham Dubey
Main Players
- GT: Siraj, Rabada, Gill, Rashid Khan, Sai Sudharsan
- RR: Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Jofra Archer, Jadeja
Key Players to Watch in IPL Qualifier 2
(GT) Gujarat Titans Players
Shubman Gill
- GT captain and leading run scorer
- Excellent against pace in power play
- Loves batting on flat batting-friendly wickets
Sai Sudharsan
- One of GT’s most consistent batters this season
- Strong player of spin and anchors innings well
Rashid Khan
- Biggest wicket-taking threat in middle overs
- His matchup against RR’s aggressive batters could decide the game
(RR) Rajasthan Royals Players
Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Dangerous attacking opener
- Can change momentum quickly in power play
Jofra Archer
- Extra pace and bounce make him lethal on this surface
- Key weapon against GT top order
Riyan Parag
- RR captain and major finisher in pressure situations
- Contributes with both bat and occasional spin
X-Factor Player
Jos Buttler
- Former RR star now playing for GT
- Knows RR bowlers and conditions extremely well
- Can single-handedly dominate a playoff match on batting tracks
Today’s IPL Match Prediction & Winning Chances
IPL Match Prediction – GT vs RR IPL Qualifier 2
Match Prediction
This looks like a very close playoff contest, but Gujarat Titans slightly start as favourites because of:
- Better head to head dominance
- Stronger bowling attack in pressure games
- More balanced batting line up
However, Rajasthan Royals are coming with huge momentum after their dominant Eliminator win, especially due to the explosive form of young batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
Winning Chances
- Gujarat Titans (GT): 55%
- Rajasthan Royals (RR): 45%
Why GT Have Slight Edge
- Experienced playoff bowling attack featuring Rashid Khan, Mohammed Siraj and Kagiso Rabada
- Strong record against RR in IPL history
- Big-match experience of Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler
Why RR Can Upset GT
- Aggressive power play batting
- Excellent recent momentum
- Dangerous pace duo of Jofra Archer and Nandre Burger
- Fearless approach in knockout games
Final Prediction
GT has the ability to reach in the IPL final 2026 but they should use their bowler well especially in the power play and control top batsmen of RR from attacking start. Similalry they should control the middle over run buildings by RR batters.
The top batters of RR in form specially the Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. If they perform well in the batting friendly match then there is possibility of upset.
Dream11 Fantasy Tips – GT s RR IPL Qualifier 2
Best Captain Choices
- Shubman Gill
- Consistent run scorer
- Excellent record in pressure matches
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Aggressive opener
- Can score quick fantasy points in power play
Best Vice Captain Choices
- Rashid Khan
- Jos Buttler
- Jofra Archer
Top Fantasy Picks
Batters
- Sai Sudharsan
- Riyan Parag
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
All Rounders
- Washington Sundar
- Rahul Tewatia
Bowlers
- Mohammed Siraj
- Kagiso Rabada
- Nandre Burger
Dream11 Strategy Tips
- As the pitch is batting friendly, select more top order batsmen.
- Include at least 2 deathover bowlers for wicket points
- Chasing team players may get extra advantage due to dew
- Keep one differential pick like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi or Rahul Tewatia for grand leagues
Suggested Fantasy Combination
- WK: Dhruv Jurel , Jos Buttler
- BATSMEN: Riyan Parag, Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Yashasvi Jaiswal
- AR: Washington Sundar
- BOWLERS: Mohammed Siraj, Rashid Khan, Rabada, Jofra Archer
Expert Final Prediction – GT vs RR IPL Qualifier 2
In today’s IPL tournament GT is looking more balanced and slightly ahead with RR as their strong bowling power and good batting line-up. The performance of these main bowlers Siraj, Rabada and Rashid Khan can become deciding factors in today’s match.
RR have also the ability to perform better and create upset as their top order batsmen are in full form specially Vaibhav Sooryavanshi who played well in the last IPL Eliminator match against SRH and Yashasvi Jaiswal, if they perform well then RR can win this match easily.
Match Turning Points
- Power play battle between RR openers and GT pacers
- Rashid Khan vs RR middle order
- Dew factor in second innings
- Death-over execution under pressure
Expert Verdict
- If GT pick early wickets, they are favourites to win.
- If RR survive the power play strongly, their aggressive batting can completely dominate the match.
GT vs RR IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 – Final Winner Prediction
Gujarat Titans to win a close contest and qualify for the IPL 2026 Final.
Predicted Result Margin
- GT by 20 to 30 runs
or - GT by 4 to 5 wickets in a chase
Winning Probability
• Gujarat Titans: 55%
• Rajasthan Royals: 45%
