Match Preview: GT vs RR – Clash of the Titans in Ahmedabad
In Match 23 of IPL 2025, Gujarat Titans (GT) will face Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. Both teams are in red-hot form, with Gujarat winning 3 out of their last 4 and Rajasthan bouncing back with 2 solid wins after early setbacks.
| Match | Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals – Match 23 |
| Date | Wednesday, April 9, 2025 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Live Telecast | Star Sports Network & JioHotstar |
GT sits near the top of the table with strong performances led by Shubman Gill, Mohammed Siraj, and Sai Sudharsan. Meanwhile, RR has shown a solid comeback thanks to Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag, and the bowling form of Jofra Archer and Hasaranga.
Toss Prediction – Who Will Win the Toss Today GT vs RR ?
Based on past toss records, recent match trends, and venue patterns, Rajasthan Royals are more likely to win the toss in today’s match.
| Team | Toss Win % (Overall) | Toss Wins vs GT |
|---|---|---|
| RR | 66% | 4 Toss Wins (vs GT in 6 matches) |
| GT | 37% | 2 Toss Wins (vs RR in 6 matches) |
Likely Toss Winner: Rajasthan Royals
Read Also:- IPL 2025 Points Table
Head-to-Head Record: GT vs RR
| Total Matches | GT Won | RR Won |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | 5 | 1 |
Although Gujarat has the upper hand in overall H2H battles, Rajasthan’s recent momentum and form balance the contest today.
Pitch & Weather Report – Narendra Modi Stadium
- Pitch Type: Balanced – good for batting early, slows down later (spinners can play a role)
- Average 1st Innings Score: 173–175
- Weather: Hot and dry (Max Temp: 42°C, No rain forecast)
- Toss Advantage: Team batting first has won both matches here in IPL 2025.
Expected Tactic: Win toss and bat first to post 190+.
Likely Playing XIs
Gujarat Titans (GT):
- Sai Sudharsan
- Shubman Gill (c)
- Jos Buttler (wk)
- Shahrukh Khan
- Rahul Tewatia
- Washington Sundar
- Rashid Khan
- R Sai Kishore
- Mohammed Siraj
- Prasidh Krishna
- Ishant Sharma
- Impact Player: Sherfane Rutherford
Rajasthan Royals (RR):
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Sanju Samson (c & wk)
- Nitish Rana
- Riyan Parag
- Dhruv Jurel
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Jofra Archer
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Yudhvir Singh Charak
- Sandeep Sharma
- Impact Player: Tushar Deshpande / Kumar Kartikeya
See Also:- GT vs RR Head to Head Records
Key Players to Watch
| Player | Role | IPL 2025 Stats (So Far) |
|---|---|---|
| Shubman Gill | Batter (GT) | 146 runs in 4 matches, Avg 48.67 |
| Mohammed Siraj | Bowler (GT) | 9 wickets, Econ 7.75 |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Batter (RR) | 101 runs, Avg 25.25 |
| Jofra Archer | Bowler (RR) | 4 wickets, improving rhythm |
Team Form & Recent Results
| Team | Last 4 Matches | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| GT | W-W-L-W | 6 | +1.031 |
| RR | W-W-L-L | 4 | -0.185 |
Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s Match?
Rajasthan Royals are showing resurgence and balance in their lineup. With a slightly better toss record and improved bowling form, RR is predicted to win both the toss and the match.
✅ Toss Winner: Rajasthan Royals
✅ Match Winner: Rajasthan Royals
Expect a high-scoring match if the toss winner chooses to bat first. RR has the edge with its in-form top order and middle-over spin attack. If RR wins the toss and bats first, a score around 200+ could put pressure on GT.
