RR vs GT Live Score, IPL 2026: Hello, welcome to Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans live streaming on TimesofIndia.com. Rajasthan Royals return to Jaipur for a crucial mid-season clash against Gujarat Titans in a contest that could determine their trajectory in IPL 2026. After a tumultuous start to the campaign, RR have once again fallen into a phase of inconsistency reminiscent of their collapses in the 2023 and 2024 seasons when a strong moment came at the business end.
Their recent appearance has raised some familiar concerns. While their top order got off to explosive starts, the bowling unit struggled to keep Jofra Archer in check and exposed gaps in the middle overs. Questions about the balance of the team, particularly the use of Dhruv Jurel at number three, still linger as RR search for a sustained rhythm.
In contrast, the Gujarat titans come with clarity and confidence. Their recent victories followed a clear template: early wickets from Mohammed Siraj and Kagiso Rabada, followed by spin control through Rashid Khan, before a steady chase led by their top order. This structured approach has made them one of the most effective sides this season.
Conditions in Jaipur add another layer of intrigue. High-scoring surfaces have already produced successful chases above 220, yet GT’s disciplined bowling attack has thrived even in flat conditions. RR, meanwhile, have seen big totals go unrewarded at home, putting pressure on both their batting consistency and death bowling.
Head-to-head history also tilts slightly in Gujarat’s favour, including a strong record at the venue. However, RR overcame the reverse fixture in a close finish earlier this season, proving they can match when the execution is accurate.
With the playoff positions tightening, there is more to this game than just two points. It’s about momentum, confidence and avoiding the mid-season slump that has dogged RR in the past. For GT, it’s about consolidating their top four with authority going forward.
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Gujarat Titans Squad: Shubman Gill(c), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler(w), Nishant Sindhu, Washington Sundar, Jason Holder, Arshad Khan, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Manav Suthar, Rahul Tewatia, Glenn Phillips, Kuwanrol, Kuliyat K Rawash I Kumart Sharma, Shahrukh Khan, Jayant Yadav, Luke Wood, Prasidh Krishna, Gurnoor Brar, Ashok Sharma, Connor Esterhuizen, Ravisrinivasan. Sai Kishore
Rajasthan Royals Squad: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel(w), Riyan Parag(c), Ravindra Jadeja, Donovan Ferreira, Shubham Dubey, Jofra Archer, Ravi Bishnoi, Nandre Burger, Brijesh Sharma, Adam Milne, Rasvish S Shana, Yasvish Shanka Deshpande, Sandeep Sharma, Shimron Hetmyer, Kuldeep Sen, Sushant Mishra, Yudhvir Singh. Charak, Kwena Maphaka, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Vignesh Puthur, Aman Rao Perala
