Two in-form teams battle it out in Ahmedabad — who will rise, who will stumble?
Toss Update: Rajasthan Royals Choose to Bowl First
Sanju Samson won the toss and chose to bowl first against Gujarat Titans. It’s a bold move, considering GT’s recent batting form. Playing away from home, RR’s strategy clearly banks on their bowlers to deliver early breakthroughs and control the pace of the game from the start.
Gujarat Titans Riding High on Momentum
GT comes into this game with three consecutive wins under their belt. The latest win against Sunrisers Hyderabad, especially away from home, has bolstered their confidence. Captain Shubman Gill continues to lead from the front, while Sai Sudharsan’s consistency adds strength to the top order.
Spin Concerns? Sai Kishore Steps Up for Rashid Khan
Although Rashid Khan hasn’t been in top form — with just one wicket in four matches — GT isn’t sweating it yet. Left-arm spinner R. Sai Kishore has stepped up brilliantly in his absence. Add to that the pace duo of Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna, and GT’s bowling looks well-balanced.
Royals Hit 200+ in Mullanpur – Confidence Soars
Rajasthan Royals recently became the first team to score over 200 runs in Mullanpur, defeating the Punjab Kings. While skipper Samson hasn’t fired with the bat yet, the Indian top order — especially Yashasvi Jaiswal and Riyan Parag — is looking solid. Their collective performance has been a huge boost.
Bowling Firepower: Archer, Hasaranga, Sandeep & More
RR’s bowling attack is also in great shape. Jofra Archer is finding his rhythm again, which is great news for the Royals. He’s joined by reliable pacers like Sandeep Sharma and spinner Wanindu Hasaranga, along with newcomers Theekshana and Fazalhaq Farooqi who add variety to the bowling mix.
Siraj’s Emotional Interview: “I Couldn’t Digest It”
During the innings break last match, Mohammed Siraj got emotional in a live interview. He looked up to the stands, waved at his family, and opened up about the pain of parting ways with RCB after seven years. “It was hard to digest being left out,” he said, also referring to missing out on the India squad for the Champions Trophy. His comeback with GT is becoming a redemption arc worth watching.
Match Preview: A Battle of Equals Awaits
With both sides evenly matched in batting and bowling departments, this contest could go down to the wire. GT will aim to extend their winning streak, while RR wants to maintain momentum and break GT’s stride. It’s all set for a thrilling showdown in Ahmedabad.
Playing XIs
Gujarat Titans (GT):
Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Jos Buttler (w), Sherfane Rutherford, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, R. Sai Kishore, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Ishant Sharma
Rajasthan Royals (RR):
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (c/w), Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Sandeep Sharma, Tushar Deshpande(online casino india)