Gujarat Titans will face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Match 42 of IPL 2026 at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on April 30 at 7:30 PM IST. This is an important clash as both teams are fighting for strong positions in the points table.
Gujarat Titans have had a mixed season so far. They have won four and lost four matches, and their net run rate is slightly negative. They need a strong performance to stay in the playoff race.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru are in excellent form this season. They have won six out of eight matches and are one of the strongest teams right now. A win in this match can take them to the top of the table.
Match Details
| Match | Gujarat Titans vs Bengaluru |
|---|---|
| Tournament | IPL 2026 |
| Match Number | 42nd T20 |
| Date | April 30, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Broadcast | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
Team Form (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Recent Form |
|---|---|
| Gujarat Titans | W, L, L, W, W |
| Bengaluru | W, W, L, W, W |
Bengaluru have been more consistent compared to Gujarat.
Points Table Overview
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | NRR | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bengaluru | 8 | 6 | 2 | +1.919 | 12 |
| Gujarat Titans | 8 | 4 | 4 | -0.475 | 8 |
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches | GT Wins | RCB Wins |
|---|---|---|
| Last Meetings | 3 | 4 |
The rivalry has been closely fought, with Bengaluru having a slight edge.
Pitch Report – Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
The pitch in Ahmedabad is generally balanced. Batters can score well in the early overs, but as the match progresses, the pitch can slow down a bit and help bowlers.
A total above 200 is considered competitive at this venue.
Venue Stats
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 41 |
| Avg 1st Innings Score | 184 |
| Avg 2nd Innings Score | 168 |
| Win Batting First | 61% |
| Win Chasing | 39% |
Teams batting first have had more success here.
Pace vs Spin
| Bowling Type | Wickets |
|---|---|
| Pace | 89 (68%) |
| Spin | 41 (32%) |
Fast bowlers have been more effective on this pitch.
Weather Report
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 38.9°C |
| Weather | Hazy sunshine |
| Humidity | 26% |
| Rain Chances | 1% |
The weather will be hot but suitable for a full match.
Toss Prediction
Teams may prefer to bat first, as defending totals has been more successful at this ground.
Key Players to Watch
Gujarat Titans will rely on Shubman Gill, Jos Buttler, and Rashid Khan. Kagiso Rabada will be important with the ball.
Bengaluru have strong players like Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and Tim David. Their bowling attack led by Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood has also been impressive.
Probable Playing XI
| Gujarat Titans | Bengaluru |
|---|---|
| Shubman Gill (C) | Virat Kohli |
| Sai Sudharsan | Devdutt Padikkal |
| Jos Buttler (WK) | Rajat Patidar (C) |
| Shahrukh Khan | Jitesh Sharma (WK) |
| Washington Sundar | Tim David |
| Jason Holder | Romario Shepherd |
| Rashid Khan | Krunal Pandya |
| Prasidh Krishna | Bhuvneshwar Kumar |
| Kagiso Rabada | Josh Hazlewood |
| Mohammed Siraj | Suyash Sharma |
| Manav Suthar | Rasikh Salam Dar |
Match Prediction
Gujarat Titans have the home advantage, but their form has been inconsistent.
Bengaluru are in great form and have a balanced team with both strong batting and bowling.
Considering current form and team strength, Bengaluru have a slight edge in this match.
Win Probability
| Team | Winning Chance |
|---|---|
| Gujarat Titans | 45% |
| Bengaluru | 55% |
Match Scenarios
| Scenario | Toss Winner | Decision | Powerplay Score | First Innings Score | Predicted Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scenario 1 | GT | Bat First | 65-75 | 190-200 | BLR |
| Scenario 2 | BLR | Bat First | 70-80 | 200-210 | BLR |
Match Verdict
This match is expected to be high-scoring and competitive, but Bengaluru’s current form and consistency give them an advantage.
Bengaluru are likely to win.
