Gujarat Titans (GT) host Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Match 66 of IPL 2026 on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, starting at 7:30 PM IST.
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Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
21 May 2026 07:30 PM
For your Dream11 team, Sai Sudharsan is the safest captain pick as GT’s standout batter this season with the highest individual score in the last GT vs CSK meeting. Meanwhile, Sanju Samson works perfectly as vice-captain, given his 293 runs across GT vs CSK meetings this season and his aggressive top-order form.
GT vs CSK Match Details
| Match Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | GT vs CSK, IPL 2026 Match 66 |
| Date | Thursday, May 21, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Broadcast | Star Sports, JioHotstar |
| GT Captain | Shubman Gill |
| CSK Captain | Ruturaj Gaikwad |
| GT Coach | Ashish Nehra |
| Head-to-Head | GT leads 5-3 in 8 matches |
Our Dream11 Team Recommendation for GT vs CSK IPL 2026 Match 66
- Dream11 Team 1
- Dream11 Team 2
- Dream11 Team 3
Our Dream11 Team Recommendation for GT vs CSK Match 66 (2nd Innings)
The points start after the 2nd innings begins, so build your team based on the 2nd innings only.
- Dream11 Team 1 (2nd Innings)
- Dream11 Team 2 (2nd Innings)
- Dream11 Team 3 (2nd Innings)
GT vs CSK Match 66 Weather Report
| Weather Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Daytime High | 40°C |
| Match-Time Temp | 28-31°C |
| Humidity | 35-40% |
| Wind Speed | 10-15 km/h |
| Rain Probability | 0% |
| Sky Condition | Hot day, clear and pleasant evening |
| Dew Factor | Moderate (evening dew increases as the match progresses in Ahmedabad in May) |
| Match Interruption Risk | Very Low |
Pitch Report for Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
| Pitch Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Batting-Friendly with some seam assist |
| Avg 1st Innings Score (IPL 2026) | 181 runs (with second innings averaging 5-10 runs lower under dew) |
| Boundary Length | Large (straight ~80m, square ~70m) |
| 200+ Totals | Achievable; 175-185 marks a solid par total here |
| Toss Decision | Bat first (sides batting first have won ~60% of IPL 2026 games at this venue) |
| Pace Assist | Pacers dominate with early seam movement; Rabada and Siraj are particularly dangerous in the powerplay |
| Spin Assist | Rashid Khan thrives here; wrist spin grips in the middle overs |
| Dew Effect | Moderate to High in the second innings under lights; slightly easier to chase later in the night |
Injury Updates
GT: No major injury concerns for the Titans heading into this crucial playoff game. Shubman Gill leads the side and remains fully fit. Additionally, Sai Sudharsan’s elbow is one to watch he will need clearance before final team confirmation at 6:30 PM IST. Furthermore, Kagiso Rabada, Rashid Khan, and Mohammed Siraj all look ready to play.
CSK: CSK come into this game on the back of consecutive defeats. Nevertheless, their core batting lineup remains intact. Ruturaj Gaikwad and Sanju Samson both played in the last match and look fit to go.
Moreover, Anshul Kamboj leads the bowling attack and Noor Ahmad provides the spin threat, while MS Dhoni remains an option as Impact Player at his home fortress.
GT vs CSK Head-to-Head
| Category | Gujarat Titans (GT) | Chennai Super Kings (CSK) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 9 | 9 |
| Matches Won | 5 | 4 |
| Highest Score | 231/3 (IPL 2024, Ahmedabad) | 230/5 (IPL 2025, Ahmedabad) |
| Lowest Score | 137 (IPL 2022) | 133 (IPL 2022) |
| No Result / Tied | 0 | 0 |
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Key Players to Watch in GT vs CSK, IPL 2026
| Player | Team | Role | Key Insights & Stats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sai Sudharsan | GT | Batter | Orange Cap Contender: 554+ runs this season. Smashed a masterful 87 (46) in the last meeting and averages 55+ against CSK. |
| Kagiso Rabada | GT | Bowler | Strike Force: 21 wickets this season. Destroyed CSK’s top order with 3/25 in their previous Match 37 encounter. |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | CSK | Batter | The Spine: CSK captain who scored an unbeaten 74 (46) in the last head-to-head. Averages a massive 50 against GT. |
| Shubman Gill | GT | Batter | Captain Class: All-time leading scorer in this rivalry with 552 runs this season. Consistently dominates the Powerplay. |
| Anshul Kamboj | CSK | Bowler | Breakout Star: CSK’s leading wicket-taker (20 wickets). Highly effective with the new ball at the Narendra Modi Stadium. |
| Sanju Samson | CSK | WK-Batter | Explosive Form: 477 runs this season. Acts as CSK’s primary aggressor and recently hit a century (101) against MI. |
| Rashid Khan | GT | Bowler | Spin King: 16 wickets this season. Thrives at his home ground in Ahmedabad where he extracts significant grip and turn. |
