Rajasthan Royals hold a slight edge over Gujarat Titans in Match 52 of IPL 2026 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Saturday, May 9, 2026 (7:30 PM IST).
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Sawai Mansingh Stadium
9 May 2026 07:30 PM
Both teams are locked on identical records – 12 points, 6 wins from 10 matches – separated only by NRR. GT arrive on a 3-match winning streak, while RR lost their last match to DC despite posting 225.
The stakes couldn’t be higher: a win here could seal a top-4 finish, while a loss could mean scrambling on the final day.
RR vs GT Match 52: Complete Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans, Match 52 |
| Tournament | IPL 2026 (TATA Indian Premier League) |
| Date | Saturday, May 9, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| Live Telecast | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar App & Website |
RR vs GT Head-to-Head Record in IPL
GT dominate this rivalry 6-3 in 9 IPL meetings – a commanding record.
| Stat | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 9 |
| GT Wins | 6 |
| RR Wins | 3 |
| This Season | RR won by 6 runs (earlier fixture) |
| GT’s Recent Form | 3-match winning streak (beat PBKS!) |
| RR at Jaipur This Season | Lost both home matches |
RR won the earlier meeting this season by 6 runs at Guwahati. However, GT’s 6-3 overall dominance and current momentum tell a different story.
Sawai Mansingh Stadium Pitch Report for RR vs GT
Jaipur has been the highest-scoring venue in IPL 2026 with an average of 226. Both matches here were won by the chasing team.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Avg 1st Innings Score (IPL 2026) | 226 (highest among all IPL venues!) |
| Both Matches | Won by chasing team |
| Boundaries | Short, aids power-hitting |
| Key Feature | True bounce, ball comes nicely onto the bat |
| Sooryavanshi at This Venue | 282 runs in 6 matches |
| Dew Factor | Expected from 2nd innings |
Expect another run-fest tonight. Any total below 210 is below par on this surface.
Jaipur Weather Forecast for RR vs GT Match
| Parameter | Forecast |
|---|---|
| Temperature (Match Time) | 33–39°C (hot) |
| Humidity | 20–30% |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
| Wind Speed | Light breeze |
| Dew Factor | Expected from 2nd innings |
| Conditions | Clear skies, dry heat |
RR vs GT Toss Prediction
Both matches at Jaipur this season were won by the chasing team. With dew expected in the second innings, the toss winner will bowl first.
Toss Prediction: Bowl first. No question.
RR vs GT Probable Playing XIs
Here are Probable Playing XI for both Teams:
Rajasthan Royals Predicted XI
| # | Player | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yashasvi Jaiswal | Opener |
| 2 | Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | Opener |
| 3 | Dhruv Jurel (WK) | Middle Order |
| 4 | Riyan Parag (C) | Middle Order |
| 5 | Donovan Ferreira | Finisher |
| 6 | Shubham Dubey | All-rounder |
| 7 | Ravindra Jadeja | Spin All-rounder |
| 8 | Jofra Archer | Fast Bowler |
| 9 | Nandre Burger | Fast Bowler |
| 10 | Ravi Bishnoi | Leg Spinner |
| 11 | Brijesh Sharma | Medium Pacer |
Gujarat Titans Predicted XI
| # | Player | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sai Sudharsan | Opener |
| 2 | Shubman Gill (C) | Opener |
| 3 | Jos Buttler (WK) | Middle Order |
| 4 | Washington Sundar | All-rounder |
| 5 | Shahrukh Khan | Finisher |
| 6 | Glenn Phillips | Middle Order |
| 7 | Jason Holder | All-rounder |
| 8 | Rashid Khan | Spin All-rounder |
| 9 | Mohammed Siraj | Fast Bowler |
| 10 | Kagiso Rabada | Fast Bowler |
| 11 | Prasidh Krishna | Fast Bowler |
Why RR Will Win This Match
Sooryavanshi’s Jaipur Record: 282 Runs in 6 Matches
This is his ground. On a surface averaging 226, Sooryavanshi at SR 237 could produce an innings that breaks records.
Won the Earlier Fixture This Season
RR beat GT by 6 runs earlier – they already have the winning formula against this GT side.
Archer’s 15 Wickets
On a surface where the avg score is 226, wickets in the powerplay are gold. Archer’s new-ball spells can break through GT’s top order.
Parag Finally Fired
His 90 off 50 against DC showed the captain is finding form at the crucial stage of the tournament.
Why GT Could Win in Jaipur
3-Match Winning Streak
GT beat PBKS (table-toppers!), RCB, and CSK in succession. That’s the best form of any team in IPL 2026 right now.
6-3 Head-to-Head Dominance
GT have won twice as many matches as RR in this rivalry. Historical dominance matters in pressure situations.
RR Lost Both Jaipur Matches
RR’s home fortress has been breached this season. SRH and DC both won here chasing – GT can do the same.
Rabada + Holder Death Overs
16 wickets from Rabada and Holder’s 4/24 vs PBKS give GT a death-bowling combination that can defend even on a 226-average surface.
RR vs GT Betting Odds and Win Probability
| Team | Win Probability | Key Reasoning |
|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan Royals | 52–55% | Sooryavanshi (282 runs at this venue), Archer 15 wkts, won earlier fixture |
| Gujarat Titans | 45–48% | 3-match win streak, 6-3 H2H, Sudharsan in-form, RR lost both at Jaipur |
RR vs GT Match 52 Prediction: Who Will Win Today?
Predicted Winner: Rajasthan Royals (marginal favourites)
| Factor | RR Edge | GT Edge |
|---|---|---|
| Head-to-Head | 3 wins (GT leads 6-3) | 6 wins in 9 meetings |
| Current Form | Won 2 of last 6 (lost to DC chasing 225) | 3-match winning streak (beat PBKS!) |
| Top Order | Sooryavanshi (404 runs, SR 237, 282 at this venue) | Sudharsan (385 runs, 1 century + 3 fifties in 4 innings) |
| Bowling | Archer 15 wkts, Bishnoi 11 wkts, Burger 9 wkts | Rabada 16 wkts, Holder 4/24 vs PBKS |
| Home Record | Jaipur avg 226 – but lost both home matches | Won recent away matches convincingly |
| Finishing Power | Ferreira 229 runs SR 177.52 | Holder (bat + bowl), Tewatia |
| Captain Form | Parag 90 off 50 vs DC (season-best) | Gill 378 runs avg 42 |
| This Season | Won earlier meeting by 6 runs | Lost earlier meeting |
This is the closest match of the entire IPL 2026 season. Identical records, identical points, and genuine match-winners on both sides.
RR’s edge comes from Sooryavanshi’s extraordinary Jaipur record (282 runs) and winning the earlier fixture. On a surface averaging 226, the team with the most destructive opener holds the advantage – and that’s Sooryavanshi.
GT counter with momentum (3-match winning streak) and 6-3 historical dominance. But RR’s home-ground knowledge ultimately tips it.
Predicted Margin: RR to win by 10–15 runs (if batting first) or 3–4 wickets (if chasing). But this one truly could go either way.
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Final Verdict
This RR vs GT clash at Jaipur is the match of the season – identical points, identical records, and a playoff spot on the line.
RR’s explosive batting (Sooryavanshi’s 282 at this venue, Ferreira’s SR 177) and Archer’s 15 wickets give them a marginal home advantage.
GT counter with the best momentum in the tournament (3-match winning streak including beating PBKS) and a 6-3 historical head-to-head lead.
Expect a high-scoring thriller exceeding 450 combined runs at the highest-scoring venue in IPL 2026, with Rajasthan Royals edging it at home in one of the most important matches of the IPL 2026 season.
