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GT vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: Ravi Bishnoi shines as RR beat GT by six runs in last-over thriller

THE TIMES OF INDIA | Apr 04, 2026, 23:28:35 IST

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GT vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: Ravi Bishnoi shines as RR beat GT by six runs in last-over thriller

GT vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans clash in Ahmedabad in a contest that brings together a young batting prospect, an experienced pace attack and questions around team balance. Rajasthan Royals start as favourites, backed by recent performances and a lineup that looks settled. Gujarat Titans, however, have areas to address, particularly with their top-order batters not converting starts into match-defining innings.

The spotlight once again falls on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The 15-year-old made an impact in the previous match with a quick fifty, but that came in a smaller chase. This time, he faces a stronger test against Gujarat’s pace trio of Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna. The contest between youth and experience could define the early overs.

Batting conditions at the Narendra Modi Stadium are expected to allow free strokeplay, which means both teams will aim to either post or chase a big total. Gujarat Titans, if batting first, may need a score in excess of 220, while Rajasthan Royals will look to use their pace attack to put pressure on the opposition.

There are also wider questions around team combination. Gujarat’s middle order has not inspired confidence so far.

Stay with TOI for all the live updates and analysis from the match

19:51 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Score: Rabada in rhythm

Kagiso Rabada has bowled with discipline and rhythm, as we write this, Jaiswal smokes him over deep mid-wicket boundary for a huge six.

RR 44/0 in four overs

19:41 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Score: SIX! Yashasvi Jasiwal goes big

Mohammed Siraj pitches it up, just outside off, and Yashasvi whacks it over covers for a maximum.

He follows it up with a four on the next ball through fine leg.

RR 32/0 in three overs

19:37 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Score: Rabada shares new ball

Kagiso Rabada comes into the attack from the other end. Concedes just 7 runs.

RR 17/0 in two overs

19:32 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Score: FOUR! Sooryavanshi begins with boundary

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is off the mark with a four. Siraj misses his line and Sooryavanshi sends it towards the long leg boundary.

He follows it up with another boundary two balls later.

RR 10/0 in one over

19:30 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Score: Here we go

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal open the batting for Rajasthan Royals.

Mohammed Siraj with the new ball for GT. One slip in place.

Jaiswal off the mark straight away on the first ball

19:24 (IST) Apr 04

GT vs RR Live Score: What they said at the toss

"Gill has a muscle spasm, hopefully he will be back soon," Rashid Khan said at the toss.

" We wanted to bowl first. Gill has a muscle spasm, hopefully he will be back soon. KK is playing his first game and look forward to see him play. We played good cricket in the last game as well. Was a good game. We need to bring out 100% here," Rashid Khan added.

Meanwhile, the Rajasthan Royals made one change in their playing XI. "We are going to be batting first. We got to assess and adapt to different conditions. Hopefully we will put up a good score around 210 and defend it later on. I want it to be a team that plays in all conditions. Two changes. Tushar Deshpande comes in for Brijesh and Shubham Dubey comes in for Bishnoi," RR captain Riyan Parag said at the toss.

19:20 (IST) Apr 04

GT vs RR Live Score: Impact substitutes

Rajasthan Royals Impact subs: Ravi Bishnoi, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Shubham Dubey, Brijesh Sharma, Ravi Singh

Gujarat Titans Impact subs: Shahrukh Khan, Jason Holder, Manav Suthar, Anuj Rawat, Jayant Yadav

19:19 (IST) Apr 04

GT vs RR Live Score: Playing XI

Gujarat Titans (Playing XI): Kumar Kushagra, Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler(w), Glenn Phillips, Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan(c), Kagiso Rabada, Ashok Sharma, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna

Rajasthan Royals (Playing XI): Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel(w), Riyan Parag(c), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Tushar Deshpande, Sandeep Sharma

19:11 (IST) Apr 04

GT vs RR Live Score: No Shubman Gill for GT as RR opt to bat first in Ahmedabad

"Gill has a muscle spasm, hopefully he will be back soon," Rashid Khan said at the toss.

19:03 (IST) Apr 04

GT vs RR Live Score: Toss update

Rajasthan Royals win toss and opt to bat first against the Gujarat Titans.

18:52 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Score: Strong squads with full availability

Both Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals have full squads available for this match. There are no reported injuries in either team, which gives both sides flexibility in selecting their playing combination. Gujarat Titans have options in both pace and spin, while Rajasthan Royals also have depth in their lineup. This allows both teams to choose players based on conditions rather than availability concerns. With all players fit, team management will focus on match-ups and roles to build a balanced XI. This also means that decisions taken before the match could have a direct impact on the outcome.

18:26 (IST) Apr 04

GT vs RR Live Score: Archer’s record against Gill

Jofra Archer has had success against Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill in previous encounters. In a small sample of 19 balls, Archer has dismissed Gill three times while conceding only 16 runs. This gives Rajasthan Royals an option to target Gill early in the innings.

Archer is expected to play key role in the powerplay, where early wickets can shape the game. Gill, who is the backbone of Gujarat’s batting, will need to handle this challenge carefully. The contest between these two players could influence how Gujarat Titans start their innings.

18:17 (IST) Apr 04

GT vs RR Live Score: GT bowlers target Sooryavanshi’s scoring zones

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s scoring pattern has been clearly defined in his early IPL outings. Around 52 per cent of his runs have come through the mid-wicket and mid-on regions, and most of his sixes have also been hit in these areas.

Gujarat Titans bowlers are likely to plan accordingly and test him outside the off stump. By forcing him to play away from his preferred zones, they will aim to reduce his scoring rate. This tactical approach could be important in the powerplay, where Sooryavanshi tends to play aggressively. How he adjusts to this strategy will be one of the key battles in the match.

18:04 (IST) Apr 04

GT vs RR Live Score: Head-to-head record favours Gujarat Titans

Gujarat Titans hold a clear advantage over Rajasthan Royals in head-to-head contests.

Out of the matches played between the two sides, Gujarat have won six while Rajasthan have managed two victories.

At the Narendra Modi Stadium as well, Gujarat have a 2-1 lead. This record shows their familiarity and success against the Royals. While past results do not decide outcomes in a new match, they do reflect patterns in performance. Rajasthan Royals will look to change that record, especially as they aim to establish their new playing style. Gujarat Titans, on the other hand, will look to continue their dominance and use their home advantage effectively.

17:49 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Score: Ahmedabad pitch expected to favour batters again

The Narendra Modi Stadium has seen high scores in recent matches, and the trend is expected to continue. Last season, the average first innings score at the venue was 215.

However, there was also a pattern where teams batting first had an advantage, winning seven out of nine matches. This creates an important decision at the toss, as teams will weigh whether to bat or bowl first. While chasing has been a common trend across the tournament, Ahmedabad has shown slightly different behaviour. Both teams will keep this in mind while planning their strategy. A total above 200 could again be on the cards, and the team that adapts better to the conditions may have the edge.

17:34 (IST) Apr 04

RR vs GT Live Score: Gujarat Titans’ home dominance in focus

Gujarat Titans have built a strong record at the Narendra Modi Stadium, especially through their top-order batters. The top three players in the lineup all average above 50 at this venue and maintain a strike rate of over 155. This consistency has helped the team establish control in home matches.

Even when their batting did not perform as expected against Punjab Kings earlier, their bowling unit stepped up and carried the team. Playing at home again gives them a chance to return to their preferred pattern. The familiarity with the pitch and conditions could play a key role. Rajasthan Royals will need to quickly adapt to challenge Gujarat’s strength at their home venue.

17:18 (IST) Apr 04

GT vs RR Live Score: Parag’s ‘smart cricket’ approach under focus

Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag has described the team’s approach as “smart cricket”, which focuses on reading conditions and adjusting accordingly. This idea comes after years of trying to understand what has not worked for the team.

Parag has spent time working within the setup and has been part of the franchise for several seasons. The new approach was visible in their opening match in Guwahati, where they outperformed Chennai Super Kings with both bat and ball. As they move to Ahmedabad, the focus will again be on how well they assess the pitch and conditions. The team will aim to repeat the same approach in a different environment, where conditions may demand a different style of play.

16:58 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Score: Rajasthan Royals look balanced despite questions

Rajasthan Royals appear to have a strong squad on paper and will enter the match with confidence. However, there are still questions around team decisions, especially the appointment of Riyan Parag as captain ahead of more experienced players like Ravindra Jadeja, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Dhruv Jurel. Despite that, the team has good balance in both batting and bowling. Their performance under pressure will be important in determining how their season progresses.

This is also their last season under the current management before a new ownership group takes over next year. With players capable of performing across roles and conditions favouring batting, Rajasthan Royals will look to make the most of this opportunity and continue their strong start in the tournament.

16:56 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Score: Gujarat Titans top order under pressure

Gujarat Titans’ top order has not been in strong form, and that remains a concern going into this match. Shubman Gill, Jos Buttler and Sai Sudharsan have not been scoring at a high strike rate. In the previous game against Punjab Kings, Gill made 39 off 27 balls and Buttler scored 38 off 33, while Sudharsan managed 13 off 11. These numbers indicate that the team has struggled to maintain momentum at the top.

Since the batting depends heavily on these three players, their form becomes important for the team’s chances. The middle order also does not provide much confidence, with players like Shahrukh Khan, Washington Sundar and Rahul Tewatia yet to make a strong impact. For Gujarat Titans to compete in this match, their top order will need to perform better and set a platform.

16:53 (IST) Apr 04

RR vs GT Live Score: Batting conditions set stage for high totals

The pitch at the Narendra Modi Stadium is expected to favour batters, with the surface allowing players to hit through the line. Recent matches in the tournament have shown a trend towards chasing, and teams have been comfortable going after big totals.

Rajasthan Royals, with their pace options like Nandre Burger and Jofra Archer, may look to bowl first and test Gujarat Titans’ batting lineup. On the other hand, Gujarat Titans will need to put up a strong total if they bat first, possibly around 220, to give their bowlers a chance later.

The conditions suggest that bowlers will need to be precise with their plans, as there may be little margin for error. With both teams having players who can score quickly, a high-scoring game looks likely.

16:52 (IST) Apr 04

GT vs RR Live Score: Vaobhav Sooryavanshi faces Rabada-Siraj-Prasidh test

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will be under focus again after his quick fifty in the previous match against CSK, but this time he faces a stronger bowling attack.

Gujarat Titans have Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna, all experienced international bowlers who can test the young batter. His previous knock came in a chase of 127, where he played freely against a weaker attack.

At the Narendra Modi Stadium, he will need to adjust against pace, bounce and better execution. Rajasthan Royals are expected to stick to their aggressive approach, and Sooryavanshi could again look to attack from the start. However, Gujarat’s bowlers will look to challenge him early and break the momentum.

This contest between a young batter and an experienced pace unit could shape how the game progresses.

16:50 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Live Score: Hello & welcome

Gujarat Titans take on Rajasthan Royals in what promises to be a high-scoring IPL contest at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The focus will be on how both teams approach conditions that are expected to favour batting.

Rajasthan Royals come into the game with momentum and will start as favourites, while Gujarat Titans have questions to answer, especially with their top order struggling for form.

A key talking point is 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who scored a 15-ball fifty against Chennai Super Kings in RR's first match. However, that knock came in a smaller chase and against a weak bowling attack. Today, he faces a stronger challenge against Gujarat’s pace trio.

The match also brings into focus team strategies, bowling plans and how both sides handle pressure situations.

Stay with TOI for all the live updates, key moments and analysis from this contest between Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals.

Gujarat Titans take on Rajasthan Royals in an IPL 2026 clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium, with both teams entering the contest under different circumstances. Rajasthan Royals come in with momentum and a settled combination, while Gujarat Titans are still searching for rhythm, especially in their batting. The conditions in Ahmedabad are expected to favour batters, which could lead to another high-scoring contest. The trend this season has been to chase totals, and both teams will keep that in mind at the toss.

A key focus will be on young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who made headlines with a 15-ball fifty in the previous game. However, this match presents a different challenge as he faces an experienced pace attack comprising Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna. How he handles that test could shape the early phase of the game. On the other side, Rajasthan’s pace options, including Jofra Archer and Nandre Burger, will look to test Gujarat’s top order.

Gujarat Titans’ batting remains an area of concern. Shubman Gill, Jos Buttler and Sai Sudharsan have not been at their best so far, and the middle order has also struggled to make an impact. Rajasthan Royals, meanwhile, appear balanced, though there are discussions around leadership choices and team combinations.

As the two sides meet, the focus will be on execution in key moments, especially in the powerplay and death overs. Stay with us for live updates, analysis and all the key moments from this GT vs RR clash.