The TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 has now crossed the halfway mark, and last night, the fans yet again witnessed another high-scoring game, with 244 runs chased down with one over and two balls to spare. In match no.42, the Gujarat Titans (GT) will be taking on the reigning champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
It is the reverse fixture as the two teams have met each other at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, as it was a high-scoring game, with RCB winning the match by 5 wickets, and it was once again a Virat Kohli masterclass at the Chinnaswamy while chasing a match. Sai Sudhasrsan scored a brilliant hundred in the match, which went to vain.
IPL 2026: GT vs RCB Preview:
The Gujarat Titans have had a start-stop campaign in the league so far, as they are currently placed at the 5th position with 4 wins and the same number of losses. Coming to this match, it is going to be an important match for the Titans to keep their playoff hopes alive. Shubman Gill’s side will be looking to take revenge for the last game at this venue.
Rajat Patidar’s RCB are on a roll, making their position strong in the league. They have just lost two games in the competition so far and are currently placed in 2nd position in the league table. With a win, they will surpass the Punjab Kings (PBKS), who sit at the top, as RCB will have played more games in the competition.
The GT vs RCB clash will be an exciting contest between the Prince of Cricket, Shubman Gill, and the King of the game, Virat Kohli. The two teams have met each other 7 times, with RCB winning four matches and GT winning three. The Titans would like to equal the margin by winning the game tonight. The fans are expected to arrive in large numbers.
The pitch for the GT vs RCB clash is expected to be a balanced wicket, but initially it will favour the batters. The surface should be good for teams winning the toss and opting to bat first, allowing batters to score freely. However, spinners will get their turn as the game progresses.
GT vs RCB Toss Result Today IPL 2026 Match 42
Gujarat Titans won the toss and opted to field first. Shubman Gill said, “We are going to bowl first. The surface gives swing in the first 4-5 overs. Want to chase in case there is dew. These two games will determine how far we go in the tournament. They are playing some good cricket, they are the defending champions. The mood is nice and light. It’s about having the right attitude. Same team as the last game.”
GT Playing XI vs RCB Today IPL 2026 Match 42
Shubman Gill(c), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler(w), Jason Holder, Shahrukh Khan, Washington Sundar, Arshad Khan, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Manav Suthar
RCB Playing XI vs GT Today IPL 2026 Match 42
Virat Kohli, Jacob Bethell, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar(c), Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Suyash Sharma, Josh Hazlewood
GT vs RCB Impact Players Today IPL 2026 Match 42
Gujarat Titans Impact Player: Glenn Phillips, Kulwant Khejroliya, Anuj Rawaat, Nishant Sindhu, Rahul Tewatia
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Impact Players: Rasikh Dar, Jordan Cox, Mangesh Yadav, Vicky Ostwal, Venkatesh Iyer
