Gujarat Titans (GT) face Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur (New Chandigarh) on Friday, May 29, 2026. Match starts at 7:30 PM IST (toss at 7:00 PM IST).
Watch the live telecast on Star Sports Network and live stream on JioHotstar (app and website).
Winner goes to the IPL 2026 Final on May 31 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, against RCB (who beat GT in Qualifier 1). Loser’s season is over. One match separates both teams from a shot at the trophy. This is as high-stakes as IPL cricket gets.
This is a rematch of the 2022 IPL Final, which GT won at Ahmedabad to clinch their maiden title. Four years later, these two meet again in a knockout with the Final on the line. RR dismantled SRH in the Eliminator (243/8 vs 196, a 47-run win) to reach here. GT lost Qualifier 1 to RCB and get a second chance through Qualifier 2.
GT vs RR IPL 2026 Qualifier 2: Quick Details
| Details | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 (Loser of Q1 vs Winner of Eliminator) |
| Teams | Gujarat Titans (2nd in league) vs Rajasthan Royals (4th in league) |
| Date | Friday, May 29, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST (Toss at 7:00 PM IST) |
| Venue | Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur (New Chandigarh) |
| TV Telecast (India) | Star Sports Network (English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada + HD) |
| Live Streaming (India) | JioHotstar (App and Website) |
| Live Streaming (UK) | Sky Sports Cricket |
| Live Streaming (USA) | Willow TV / Fubo |
| Live Streaming (Australia) | Kayo Sports / Fox Cricket |
| Winner Advances To | IPL 2026 Final (May 31, Ahmedabad vs RCB) |
| Gates Open | 4:00 PM IST |
How to Watch GT vs RR Qualifier 2 Live in India
On TV: Star Sports Network broadcasts all IPL 2026 playoff matches in English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada. Available on Tata Play, Airtel Digital TV, Dish TV, and D2H.
Online Streaming: JioHotstar is the exclusive platform. Plans start at ₹79/month (Mobile), ₹149/month (Super), and ₹299/month (Premium with 4K). Bundled access through Jio, Airtel, and Vi recharge plans.
GT vs RR Head-to-Head Record in IPL
This rivalry carries the weight of an IPL Final. GT won the 2022 title against this same opponent.
| Category | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 10 |
| GT Wins | 7 |
| RR Wins | 3 |
| 2022 IPL Final | GT won (first-ever title) |
| RR at Mullanpur This Season | 4-0 (3 league + Eliminator) |
GT lead the all-time H2H and won the 2022 Final at Ahmedabad. But tonight is at Mullanpur, where RR have a perfect 4-0 record this season (3 league wins + Eliminator). The venue advantage could be the decisive factor.
The Eliminator showed RR at their devastating best: 243/8 posted against SRH, then bowled them out for 196 in 19.2 overs). That 47-run margin in a knockout is a statement of intent. GT, meanwhile, lost Qualifier 1 to RCB and arrive after a defeat.
GT vs RR: Probable Playing XIs
Here are Playing XI for both Teams:
Gujarat Titans Probable XI
Shubman Gill (C), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (WK), Shahrukh Khan, Washington Sundar, Jason Holder, Rashid Khan, Manav Suthar, Prasidh Krishna, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj.
Rajasthan Royals Probable XI
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Riyan Parag (C), Donovan Ferreira, Ravi Singh / Shimron Hetmyer, Shubham Dubey, Jofra Archer, Brijesh Sharma / Adam Milne, Yash Punja, Ravi Bishnoi.
Key Player Battles to Watch
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi vs Kagiso Rabada: The teenager with 400+ runs against South Africa’s premier fast bowler. Rabada’s pace and bounce vs Sooryavanshi’s fearless intent. The powerplay battle that decides the match.
- Shubman Gill vs Jofra Archer: Gill (462+ runs) against Archer’s express pace. Gill scored 129 against MI at Motera earlier this season. But Archer at Mullanpur is a different proposition. The captain vs the spearhead.
- Rashid Khan vs RR’s middle order: Rashid on a surface that grips against Parag, Ferreira, and Dubey. If Rashid takes 2-3 middle-overs wickets, GT control the second half of the innings. RR’s middle-order depth is still the weak link.
Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur
The same venue that hosted the Eliminator two days ago. RR won that match posting 243/8. The pitch is expected to be similar but slightly slower for the second match in three days. Average scores at this venue in IPL 2026 are around 200-212.
RR have won all 4 matches here this season. GT have not played at this venue in IPL 2026. That familiarity gap is real. RR know the dimensions, the bounce, the wind patterns, and the dew timing.
Weather: Around 25-30°C, pleasant Punjab evening. No rain expected. Dew could play a role later in the innings. Chasing has been slightly favoured here. Gates open at 4:00 PM. Tickets from ₹2,250.
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Conclusion: Watch GT vs RR Qualifier 2 Live on Star Sports Network & JioHotstar
GT vs RR in Qualifier 2 at Mullanpur is Friday night’s blockbuster. Tune in at 7:30 PM IST on Friday, May 29 on Star Sports (TV) or JioHotstar (streaming).
One match from the Final. Rematch of the 2022 IPL Final. RR’s 4-0 at Mullanpur vs GT’s second-chance lifeline. Gill’s 462+ runs vs Sooryavanshi’s 400+. Rashid vs RR’s middle order. Archer vs Gill in the powerplay. The winner goes to Ahmedabad. The loser goes home. This is what the IPL is all about.
