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GT vs RR Qualifier 2 IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals Battle for Final Spot

Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals face off in Qualifier 2 of IPL 2026 in a high-voltage knockout clash. Check match details, pitch report, weather forecast, probable playing XI, Dream11 fantasy tips, key players, head-to-head record, and final prediction.

Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals – Qualifier 2, IPL 2026

Match Details

  • Match: Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals
  • Stage: Qualifier 2
  • Date: 29 May 2026
  • Time: 7:30 PM IST
  • Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium

Live Streaming and Live Telecast

  • TV: Star Sports Network
  • Streaming: JioHotstar app and website

Match Preview

Rajasthan Royals enter Qualifier 2 with strong momentum after defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator. The biggest talking point has been youngster Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, whose explosive batting completely changed the game.

Gujarat Titans, meanwhile, will try to recover from their Qualifier 1 defeat. GT has relied heavily on their top order this season, especially Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, and Jos Buttler. Their bowling attack, featuring Rashid Khan, Mohammed Siraj, and Kagiso Rabada, gives them balance in pressure matches.

RR look more fearless with the bat, while GT appear slightly stronger in overall experience and bowling depth. Powerplay wickets could decide this knockout clash.

Pitch Report

The surface at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium has generally supported batters this season, but fast bowlers also get help early with the new ball.

  • Good bounce for stroke play
  • Pacers are effective in the power play
  • Spinners are useful in the middle overs
  • Chasing teams have enjoyed success under the lights

Expected first innings score: 180-195

Weather Report

  • Temperature: Around 30°C during match time
  • Rain Chances: Very low
  • Humidity: Moderate
  • Conditions: Clear evening expected

The weather should remain suitable for a complete match.

Head-to-Head Record

MatchesGT WonRR Won
1073

Probable Playing XI

Gujarat Titans Probable XI

  1. Shubman Gill (C)
  2. Sai Sudharsan
  3. Jos Buttler (WK)
  4. Nishant Sindhu
  5. Jason Holder
  6. Rahul Tewatia
  7. Washington Sundar
  8. Rashid Khan
  9. Kagiso Rabada
  10. Mohammed Siraj
  11. Prasidh Krishna

Rajasthan Royals Probable XI

  1. Yashasvi Jaiswal
  2. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
  3. Dhruv Jurel (WK)
  4. Riyan Parag (C)
  5. Dasun Shanaka
  6. Ravindra Jadeja
  7. Denovan Ferreira
  8. Nandre Burger
  9. Jofra Archer
  10. Brijesh Sharma
  11. Sushant Mishra

Key Players to Watch

Shubman Gill

GT captain remains the backbone of Gujarat’s batting lineup.

Jos Buttler

Can destroy bowling attacks during the powerplay overs.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

RR’s teenage sensation is coming after a stunning Eliminator performance.

Rashid Khan

Could become the difference-maker on a pressure night.

Jofra Archer

His pace against GT’s top order will be a key battle.

Dream11 Fantasy Prediction

Suggested Fantasy XI

  • Jos Buttler
  • Riyan Parag
  • Shubman Gill (C)
  • Dasun Shanaka
  • Jason Holder
  • Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (VC)
  • Ravindra Jadeja
  • Rashid Khan
  • Jofra Archer
  • Mohammed Siraj
  • Kagiso Rabada

Final Prediction

Rajasthan Royals have momentum and fearless batting, but Gujarat Titans possess more experienced bowlers and stronger finishing options.

If GT manages early wickets against RR’s aggressive openers, they could control the match. However, if RR’s top order survives the power play, the Royals can dominate.

Prediction: Gujarat Titans slight favourites in a close contest.