Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals Match 9 IPL 2026 Dream11 prediction is built around recent form, head-to-head record, pitch report, and the best fantasy picks for Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
Gujarat Titans host Rajasthan Royals in a high-octane Saturday night clash. The Titans are looking to bounce back after a 3-wicket loss to Punjab Kings, while Rajasthan Royals arrive full of confidence following a dominant 8-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings. Shubman Gill anchors the GT batting alongside the explosive Jos Buttler, whereas RR relies on the record-breaking young sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and the consistency of Yashasvi Jaiswal.
With the Narendra Modi Stadium traditionally favoring batters and featuring a lightning-fast outfield, this fixture is set to be a high-scoring fantasy goldmine for Match 9 of IPL 2026.
GT vs RR Match Preview
Two former champions face off at the world’s largest cricket stadium as Gujarat Titans aim to defend their fortress against a red-hot Rajasthan Royals side.
| Details | Information |
| Match | GT vs RR, 9th Match |
| Date | 04 April 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Series | Indian Premier League 2026 |
Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report
The Ahmedabad surface is known for its consistent pace and true bounce, making it a “batter’s paradise.” While the new ball offers some movement for pacers, the average first innings score of 177 suggests a run-fest. Spinners usually struggle here unless they vary their pace effectively in the middle overs.
| Condition | Details |
| Win Bat First | 48% |
| Win Bowl First | 52% |
| Avg 1st Inns Score | 177 |
| Pace vs Spin | Pace remains the primary wicket-taking threat under lights, though Rashid Khan remains a universal exception. |
Ahmedabad Weather Report
The forecast for Ahmedabad on 4 April is perfect for cricket with clear skies.
| Condition | Details |
| Temperature | 32°C |
| Weather | Sunny / Clear |
| Humidity | 24% |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
Dream11 Team For GT vs RR
GT vs RR Head-to-Head in IPL
Gujarat Titans have historically dominated this rivalry, winning 6 of the 8 meetings. However, Rajasthan won the most recent encounter in April 2025, making this a revenge match for the home side.
| Category | Gujarat Titans (GT) | Rajasthan Royals (RR) |
| Matches Played | 08 | 08 |
| Matches Won | 06 | 02 |
| Highest Score | 217/6 | 212/2 |
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Key Players To Watch
The following players are highlighted based on their recent form in IPL 2026 and historical performance in this fixture:
| Player | Team | Role | Recent Form / Stats |
| Shubman Gill | GT | Batter | 39 runs in last match; 332 career runs vs RR |
| Vaibhav Suryavanshi | RR | Batter | 52 runs (17 balls) in last match |
| Jos Buttler | GT | WK-Batter | 38 runs in last match |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | RR | Batter | 38* runs in last match |
| Prasidh Krishna | GT | Bowler | 3 wickets in last match |
| Jofra Archer | RR | Bowler | 2 wickets in last match; 3/19 record vs Gill |
| Rashid Khan | GT | Bowler | 10 career wickets vs RR (Leading wicket-taker) |
| Ravindra Jadeja | RR | All-Rounder | 2 wickets in last match |
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