Royal Challengers Bengaluru are predicted to beat Gujarat Titans in Match 42 of IPL 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Thursday, April 30, 2026 (7:30 PM IST).
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Narendra Modi Stadium
30 April 2026 07:30 PM
This is a rematch from just 6 days ago, when RCB chased GT’s 205/3 with 7 balls to spare at Chinnaswamy. Since then, RCB have bowled DC out for 75 and chased it in 6.3 overs, while GT bounced back with an 8-wicket win over CSK.
However, the venue shift from Chinnaswamy to Ahmedabad’s larger boundaries (76m straight, 70m square) changes the dynamics significantly.
GT vs RCB Match 42: Complete Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Gujarat Titans vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Match 42 |
| Tournament | IPL 2026 (TATA Indian Premier League) |
| Date | Thursday, April 30, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Live Telecast | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar App & Website |
GT vs RCB Head-to-Head Record in IPL
RCB lead 4-3 in 7 IPL meetings since GT’s entry in 2022.
| Stat | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 7 |
| RCB Wins | 4 (including reverse fixture 6 days ago) |
| GT Wins | 3 |
| This Season | RCB won by 5 wickets (chased 206 at Chinnaswamy) |
| Reverse Fixture Highlight | Sudharsan 100 for GT, Kohli 81 + Padikkal 55 in chase |
Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report for GT vs RCB
This benefits Rashid Khan, who is far more effective on bigger grounds where mistimed shots find fielders.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Boundaries | Straight 76m, Square 70m (much larger than Chinnaswamy) |
| Avg 1st Innings Score | ~185-190 |
| This Season | 2 of 3 matches won by team batting first |
| Winning Total | 220-230 considered safe (CricTracker) |
| Pace Bowling | Bounce and carry available for seamers |
| Dew Factor | Moderate dew in 2nd innings |
The larger boundaries are the key difference from Chinnaswamy. RCB hit 12 sixes in the reverse fixture – they’ll get fewer at the NMS.
Ahmedabad Weather Forecast for GT vs RCB Match
| Parameter | Forecast |
|---|---|
| Temperature (Match Time) | 32–41°C (extreme heat) |
| Humidity | 25–35% |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
| Wind Speed | Light breeze |
| Dew Factor | Moderate from 2nd innings |
| Conditions | Clear skies, scorching heat |
GT vs RCB Toss Prediction
At NMS this season, 2 of 3 matches have been won by teams batting first – unusual for IPL 2026.
However, with dew expected in the second innings, the toss winner will likely still bowl first.
Toss Prediction: The toss winner will opt to field first, banking on dew making the chase easier.
GT vs RCB Probable Playing XIs
Here is Probable Playing XI for both Teams:
Gujarat Titans Predicted XI
| # | Player | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shubman Gill (C) | Opener |
| 2 | Sai Sudharsan | Opener |
| 3 | Jos Buttler (WK) | Middle Order |
| 4 | Washington Sundar | All-rounder |
| 5 | Jason Holder | All-rounder |
| 6 | Shahrukh Khan | Finisher |
| 7 | Rashid Khan | Spin All-rounder |
| 8 | Manav Suthar | Left-arm Spinner |
| 9 | Kagiso Rabada | Fast Bowler |
| 10 | Mohammed Siraj | Fast Bowler |
| 11 | Prasidh Krishna | Fast Bowler |
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Predicted XI
| # | Player | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Virat Kohli | Opener |
| 2 | Jacob Bethell / Phil Salt | Opener |
| 3 | Devdutt Padikkal | Top Order |
| 4 | Rajat Patidar (C) | Middle Order |
| 5 | Jitesh Sharma (WK) | Middle Order |
| 6 | Tim David | Finisher |
| 7 | Romario Shepherd | All-rounder |
| 8 | Krunal Pandya | Spin All-rounder |
| 9 | Bhuvneshwar Kumar | Fast Bowler |
| 10 | Josh Hazlewood | Fast Bowler |
| 11 | Suyash Sharma | Leg Spinner |
| Rasikh Salam Dar (Impact Player) | Fast Bowler |
Why RCB Will Win This Match
Most Dominant Team in IPL 2026
6 wins from 8, NRR +1.919 (highest in the tournament). RCB are the most complete team this season.
DC Obliteration Shows Bowling at Its Peak
Hazlewood 4/12 + Bhuvi 3/5 = DC bowled out for 75. That level of new-ball destruction can trouble any batting lineup.
Won the Reverse Fixture 6 Days Ago
RCB chased 206 against this very GT attack with 7 balls to spare. They already have the blueprint against GT’s bowlers.
Kohli’s Form Is Extraordinary
351 runs at avg 58.50. He scored 81 in the reverse fixture and knows exactly how to approach GT’s bowling.
Why GT Could Win at Home
NMS Boundaries Are Much Larger
76m straight, 70m square – RCB’s 12 sixes at Chinnaswamy become catches at NMS. This neutralises RCB’s power game.
Rashid Khan on Home Turf
Rashid has been struggling, but bigger boundaries suit him perfectly. Mistimed hits that cleared Chinnaswamy will find fielders here.
If he bowls to his potential, Rashid is the most dangerous spinner in IPL 2026.
Sudharsan’s Stunning Form
322 runs including a century against RCB and 87 in the last match. He knows how to bat on his home ground.
GT’s Home Record in IPL History
GT have historically been strong at the NMS, where the conditions suit their bowling attack.
GT vs RCB Betting Odds and Win Probability
| Team | Win Probability | Key Reasoning |
|---|---|---|
| Gujarat Titans | 38–42% | Home advantage, bigger boundaries suit Rashid, Sudharsan’s form |
GT vs RCB Match 42 Prediction: Who Will Win Today?
Predicted Winner: Royal Challengers Bengaluru
| Factor | GT Edge | RCB Edge |
|---|---|---|
| Head-to-Head | 3 wins (but RCB won reverse fixture) | 4 wins in 7 matches |
| Current Form | 4-4 (won last vs CSK by 8 wkts) | 6-2 (bowled DC out for 75, NRR +1.919) |
| Batting | Sudharsan 322 runs (century + 87), Gill 330 runs | Kohli 351 runs (avg 58.50), Padikkal 242 runs |
| Bowling | Rabada 13 wkts, Rashid (struggling but suits NMS) | Bhuvi 14 wkts + Hazlewood 14 wkts (best in IPL 2026) |
| Home Advantage | World’s largest stadium, bigger boundaries favour GT | Away, but won at NMS before |
| Key Weakness | Rashid eco 10 in last 5 innings, middle-order fragile | Jitesh Sharma yet to fire (highest 23 in 6 innings) |
| Reverse Fixture | Lost by 5 wkts (Sudharsan 100 wasn’t enough) | Chased 206 with 7 balls remaining |
| Playoff Implications | Must-win to stay in top-4 race | Win seals top-2 virtually |
RCB’s all-round dominance – the best NRR, the two leading wicket-takers, and a settled batting lineup – makes them clear favourites even away from home.
GT’s best chance lies in the bigger NMS boundaries neutralising RCB’s six-hitting and Rashid Khan rediscovering his form on home turf.
However, RCB already have the blueprint from 6 days ago. Unless GT drastically change their approach, the outcome is likely to be the same.
Predicted Margin: RCB to win by 15–20 runs (if batting first) or 5–6 wickets (if chasing).
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Final Verdict
This GT vs RCB rematch shifts from Chinnaswamy’s batting paradise to Ahmedabad’s larger boundaries – a venue change that could give GT hope.
However, RCB’s all-round dominance this season – the highest NRR, joint-most wickets from Bhuvi and Hazlewood, and Kohli’s phenomenal form – makes them favourites regardless of venue.
GT need Rashid Khan to rediscover his best, Sudharsan to replicate his century form, and the home crowd to create a hostile atmosphere.
