Gt Vs Rcb (Gujarat Titans vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru), 42nd Match, Indian Premier League 2026 Match Details, Full Stats, Head-to-Head, Pitch Report & Key Players, Squads, Predicted Playing XIs & Impact Subs

The Gujarat Titans (GT) are set to host the defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) tonight in a high-stakes Match 42 of IPL 2026. This clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium has significant playoff implications as we head into the business end of the tournament.

Match Details :

• Match: Gujarat Titans vs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Match 42).

• Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.

• Time: 7:30 PM IST (Toss at 7:00 PM).

• Live Stream: JioHotstar / Star Sports Network.

GT vs RCB Match Preview 2026: Full Stats, Head-to-Head, Pitch Report & Key Players :

The blockbuster clash between Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bengaluru is set to deliver high-octane action in IPL 2026. With both teams featuring explosive batters and world-class bowlers, this match is crucial for playoff positioning and momentum.

If you’re looking for a complete GT vs RCB match preview with stats, records, and insights:

GT vs RCB Head-to-Head Record :

• Total Matches: 6
• GT Wins: 3
• RCB Wins: 3
• Previous Match (2026): RCB won by 5 wickets chasing 205 (April 24, 2026).

This evenly balanced rivalry makes GT vs RCB one of the most competitive matchups in the IPL.

GT vs RCB Pitch Report – Narendra Modi Stadium :

• Average 1st innings score: 175–195.
• Pitch type: Batting-friendly with some help for spinners.
• Dew factor: Significant in night matches.
• Toss advantage: Chasing team slightly favored.

we can Expect a high-scoring encounter (Likely 190–210).

Key Player Matchups (Stats & Records)  :

1. Virat Kohli vs. Rashid Khan

This is the “matchup of the night.” While Kohli has been in supreme form, Rashid is the king of this ground.

• The Record: Kohli has scored 86 runs off 69 balls from Rashid in T20s.

• Performance: Rashid has dismissed Kohli twice. Kohli’s strike rate against him is a modest 124.6, showing that Kohli often chooses to play him out rather than attack.

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2. Shubman Gill vs. Bhuvneshwar Kumar

A classic battle of swing vs. technique in the Powerplay.

• The Record: Bhuvneshwar has a clear edge, having dismissed Gill 4 times in IPL history.

• Performance: Gill has managed 66 runs off 64 balls against Bhuvi. If Bhuvi finds early swing in Ahmedabad, Gill will have to be extremely cautious.

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3. Sai Sudharsan vs. RCB Bowlers

Sudharsan is currently GT’s most dangerous batter, having scored a century against RCB just last week at the Chinnaswamy.

• Current Form: He followed that century with an 87 against CSK. RCB will likely use Josh Hazlewood’s hard lengths to try and cramp him for room early on.

4. Rajat Patidar vs. Mohammed Siraj

The RCB captain vs. the former RCB spearhead now leading GT’s attack.

• Stats: Patidar is striking at over 212 this season. Siraj, knowing the RCB batters’ tendencies, will likely use short-ball tactics against Patidar, who has shown slight vulnerability to high pace at the ribs.

Unique Records & Stats :

• Virat Kohli is the highest run-scorer in GT vs RCB clashes.
• Rashid Khan has economy under 7 vs RCB historically.
• RCB average team score (2026): 200+.
• GT average: ~180 (more balanced approach).

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Squad : Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar(c), Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma, Rasikh Salam Dar, Jacob Bethell, Jordan Cox, Mangesh Yadav, Vicky Ostwal, Venkatesh Iyer, Jacob Duffy, Swapnil Singh, Philip Salt, Nuwan Thushara, Vihaan Malhotra, Abhinandan Singh, Kanishk Chouhan, Satvik Deswal.

Gujarat Titans Squad : Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Shubman Gill(c), Jos Buttler(w), Shahrukh Khan, Washington Sundar, Jason Holder, Rashid Khan, Arshad Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Manav Suthar, Rahul Tewatia, Anuj Rawat, Glenn Phillips, Kulwant Khejroliya, Nishant Sindhu, Ishant Sharma, Jayant Yadav, Luke Wood, Prasidh Krishna, Sai Sudharsan, Kumar Kushagra, Gurnoor Brar, Ashok Sharma, Connor Esterhuizen.