at 4th Rajasthan Royals will face Gujarat Titans in the ninth match of April at 7:30 PM IST, Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
Get the best GT vs RR Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI and match insight for 9.th IPL 2026 match. Expert analysis and more.
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GT vs RR Match Preview:
The 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League has reached the magnificent Narendra Modi Stadium, where Gujarat Titans will host Rajasthan Royals in match number 9. This high-profile encounter will take place on April 4, 2026, with the live action scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM IST. Both sides are going into this clash with contrasting momentum, as the Titans look for their first win while the Royals aim to maintain their unblemished start in the tournament.
The historical rivalry between these two franchises indicates a significant advantage for the home team in this format of the competition. Out of the total 8 matches played between these teams in IPL, Gujarat Titans have won 6, while Rajasthan Royals have won 2. However, the Royals have shown tremendous growth recently, and they will look to challenge the Titans’ traditional dominance at this position.
Gujarat Titans arrived at their home ground determined to bounce back from a close 3-wicket defeat in their opening game against Punjab Kings. The team is currently ranked 7th under the leadership of Shubman Gill.th Position in the points table with a net run rate of -0.509. Furthermore, the standout performer for the Titans has been Prasidh Krishna, who bowled a brilliant 3/29 in the last match to keep his team competitive till the final over. Additionally, Jos Buttler’s explosive batting ability remains a key asset as he looks to open his account for the season.
On the contrary, Rajasthan Royals are going into this match with increased confidence after their big 8-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings. Led by Riyan Parag, the team currently tops the standings with a league-best net run rate of +4.171. Apart from this, the top performer for the Royals has been young sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who played a breathtaking inning of 52 runs in just 17 balls to demolish the opposition attack. Additionally, the presence of Ravindra Jadeja and Jofra Archer provides the needed balance to counter the Titans’ home advantage.
Therefore, both the franchises will see this match as a crucial opportunity to define their trajectory in the early stages of the league. Gujarat Titans aim to use their familiarity with the conditions in Ahmedabad to pick up a crucial win and climb up the rankings. Meanwhile, Rajasthan Royals will look to recover from their historic struggles against this opponent and maintain their clinical all-round form to consolidate their position at the top of the table.
GT vs RR head-to-head record:
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teams |
win the match |
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Gujarat Titans |
6 |
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Rajasthan Royals |
2 |
GT vs RR Weather and Pitch Report:
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temperature |
29°C |
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weather forecast |
clear sky |
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pitch behavior |
batting friendly |
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Best suited for |
motion |
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Average score of first innings |
221 |
Records of chasing teams:
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record |
Good |
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Victory % |
60% |
GT vs RR Playing 11s (Predicted):
Gujarat Titans Playing 11:
1)Shubman Gill ©
2) Sai Sudarshan
3) Jos Buttler (Wicketkeeper)
4) Glenn Phillips
5) Washington Sundar
6) Shahrukh Khan
7) Rahul Tewatia
8) Rashid Khan
9) Mohammad Siraj
10) Kagiso Rabada
11) Famous Krishna
12)Ashok Sharma
rajasthan royals playing 11: :
1) Vaibhav Suryavanshi
2) Yashasvi Jaiswal
3) Dhruv Jurel (Wicketkeeper)
4) Riyan Parag ©
5) Shimron Hetmyer
6)Ravindra Jadeja
7) Brijesh Sharma
8) Nandre Burger
9) Jofra Archer
10) Sandeep Sharma
11) Ravi Bishnoi
12) Donovan Ferreira
GT vs RR Hot Picks for Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Vaibhav Suryavanshi – The explosive left-handed opening batsman for Rajasthan Royals played a sensational inning of 52 runs in 15 balls, a historic and impressive debut performance this season. |
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Yashasvi Jaiswal – The aggressive left-handed opening batsman for Rajasthan Royals contributed 38 runs, providing momentum and helping seal a crucial win in the opening encounter. |
Raises up:
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Jos Buttler – The reliable right-handed wicketkeeper-opening batsman for Gujarat Titans scored 38 runs off 33 balls, and provided a steady platform in the opening match. |
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Shubman Gill – The right-handed top-order batsman and Gujarat Titans captain displayed calm composure and control during his first appearance of the season, scoring 39 runs. |
Budget Selection:
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Shimron Hetmyer – Powerful left-handed finishing batsman for Rajasthan Royals, continues to be a major match-winner, capable of delivering explosive innings in pressure situations. |
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Kagiso Rabada – Chennai Super Kings’ lethal right-arm pacer took 1 for 34, aiming to increase his effectiveness in the upcoming fixtures. |
GT vs RR IPL 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Options:
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captain |
Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal |
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vice captain |
Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler |
GT vs RR Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Jos Buttler, Dhruv Jurel
- Batsmen – Shubman Gill (Vice Captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sai Sudarshan, Vaibhav Suryavanshi ©
- Allrounder – Ravindra Jadeja, Glenn Phillips, Riyan Parag
- Bowlers- Rashid Khan, Joffra Archer
GT vs RR Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Jos Buttler (Vice Captain)
- Batsmen – Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal©, Sai Sudarshan, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Shimron Hetmyer
- Allrounder – Ravindra Jadeja, Glenn Phillips, Riyan Parag
- Bowlers- Kagiso Rabada, Joffra Archer
GT vs RR Dream11 Prediction Today Match 9 IPL 2026 Players to Avoid:
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player |
dream11 credit |
Dream11 Points (Last Match) |
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Anuj Rawat |
6.0 credit |
No |
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-Shubham Dubey |
7.0 credit |
No |
GT vs RR Dream11 Prediction Today Match 9 IPL 2026 Expert Advice:
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sl captaincy option |
Vaibhav Suryavanshi |
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gl captaincy option |
Yashasvi Jaiswal |
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choice of punt |
Kagiso Rabada and Shimron Hetmyer |
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dream11 combination |
2-4-3-2 |
GT vs RR Match Winner Prediction:
A balanced lineup will give Rajasthan Royals a chance to win this match.

