GT vs RR, 29 May 2026 Match Prediction Today, Indian Premier League Match 73: Who Will Win, Toss Impact & Win Probability
Published - 28 May 2026, 05:12 PM | Updated - 29 May 2026, 01:29 PM
GT vs RR Match Prediction: Match Context, Stakes and Team Situation
The IPL 2026 playoffs continue with a Qualifier 2 clash between Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals. The winner will secure a place in the IPL 2026 Final, while the losing team will be eliminated from the tournament.
The Royals will enter the contest with slightly stronger momentum after their victory over Hyderabad in Eliminator. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has consistently provided aggressive starts, while Jofra Archer leads a dangerous pace attack.
Gujarat Titans still possess one of the strongest batting units in the season. The Titans rely heavily on the consistent trio of Sai Sudharsan, Gill, and Jos Buttler to control the innings. Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Jason Holder, and Rashid Khan can change the game.
⚡ QUICK VERDICT
Slight Lean Rajasthan Royals
RR have the edge if conditions suit and key players fire in the middle overs. The opposition can level it with a strong powerplay and a wicket-taking spell.
FULL ANALYSIS BELOW ↓
GT
46%
RR
54%
WIN PROBABILITY
GT vs RR Match Details: Date, Time, Venue and Live Streaming
Match
Match 73
Series
IPL
Date
Friday, May 29, 2026
Time
07:30 PM IST
City
Chandigarh
Live streaming
Jio Hotstar
TV
Star Sports Network
GT vs RR Head-to-Head Record and Recent Results
GT
8
RR
3
Last 5: GT
LWLWL
RR
LWWWL
Gujarat Titans have won three of the last five matches against Rajasthan Royals, giving them a slight edge in the rivalry. The two teams shared results this season, with RR winning one game by six runs before GT responded with a 77-run victory. Overall, Gujarat lead the head-to-head record 7-3.
GT vs RR Points Table Impact: Standings, Form and Playoff Scenario
Live
| Team | Pos | P | W | L | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GT | #2 | 14 | 9 | 5 | 18 | +0.695 |
| RR | #4 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 16 | +0.189 |
| Team | Pos | P | W | L | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RCB | #1 | 14 | 9 | 5 | 18 | +0.783 |
| SRH | #3 | 14 | 9 | 5 | 18 | +0.524 |
| PBKS | #5 | 14 | 7 | 6 | 15 | +0.309 |
| DC | #6 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 14 | -0.651 |
| KKR | #7 | 14 | 6 | 7 | 13 | -0.147 |
| CSK | #8 | 14 | 6 | 8 | 12 | -0.345 |
| MI | #9 | 14 | 4 | 10 | 8 | -0.584 |
| LSG | #10 | 14 | 4 | 10 | 8 | -0.740 |
GT vs RR Match Analysis: Powerplay, Middle Overs and Death Overs Breakdown
Powerplay Strategy: Key Battles in First 6 Overs
Middle Overs Battle: Spin vs Stability
Death Overs Impact: Finishers and Bowling Pressure
Powerplay
Jofra Archer and Nandre Burger will target Shubman Gill and Sai Sudarshan with pace, bounce, and aggressive lengths. Kagiso Rabada and Mohammed Siraj will try to dismiss Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi early to break Rajasthan’s dangerous opening partnership during the field restrictions.
Middle Overs
Ravindra Jadeja and Yash Raj Punja will attempt to slow the scoring against Jos Buttler and Washington Sundar. Gujarat Titans will also depend heavily on Rashid Khan and Jason Holder to control Rajasthan’s middle order and force batters like Dhruv Jurel and Riyan Parag into risky attacking shots.
Death Overs
Donovan Ferreira and Dasun Shanaka could become key finishers for Rajasthan Royals in the final overs. Gujarat Titans will rely on Rahul Tewatia for late acceleration, while both teams will expect their fast bowlers to execute yorkers accurately under pressure during the death overs.
GT vs RR Key Players to Watch: Match-Winning Performers
SH
KEY IMPACT
Shubman Gill
GT • BAT
732 runs
Avg 45.8 · SR 163.0
SA
GAME CHANGER
Sai Sudharsan
GT • BAT
722 runs
Avg 42.5 · SR 158.0
VA
X-FACTOR
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
RR • BAT
776 runs
Avg 48.5 · SR 237.3
Gujarat Titans
Sai Sudarshan:
Sai Sudarshan has scored 652 runs at a strike rate of 157.87 and remains Gujarat’s most consistent batter this season.
Kagiso Rabada:
Kagiso Rabada leads Gujarat’s bowling attack with 26 wickets and regularly provides early breakthroughs in the powerplay.
Shubman Gill:
Shubman Gill has scored 618 runs at a strike rate of 159.28, giving Gujarat explosive starts at the top.
Rajasthan Royals
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi:
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has dominated attacks with 680 runs at a stunning strike rate of 242.86 this season.
Jofra Archer:
Jofra Archer has taken 24 wickets and continues to trouble batters with pace, bounce, and aggressive bowling.
Yashasvi Jaiswal:
Yashasvi Jaiswal has scored 426 runs and plays the perfect supporting role alongside Sooryavanshi at the top.
GT vs RR Key Battles: Player Matchups That Could Decide the Match
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi vs Kagiso Rabada
Kagiso Rabada’s pace and hard lengths against Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s fearless batting could decide the powerplay momentum.
Shubman Gill vs Jofra Archer
Jofra Archer will attack with raw pace and bounce early, while Shubman Gill will look to counter aggressively.
Jos Buttler vs Ravindra Jadeja
Jos Buttler’s attacking stroke play against Ravindra Jadeja’s spin and control could shape the middle overs.
GT vs RR Pitch Report: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium Pitch Analysis
Based on last 5 completed T20 matches.
230
Avg score
6
Avg wickets
Score Distribution (1st Innings)
005
< 140
140-180
> 180
Pitch: Batting Friendly
Par: 218 - 242
Medium
Batting Friendly: 5
Bowling Friendly: 0
Neutral: 0
Teams batting first have scored noticeably better.
Editorial Pitch Notes
The Mullanpur surface has offered true bounce, excellent carry, and outstanding batting conditions throughout IPL 2026. Fast bowlers receive slight movement early, but batting becomes much easier once the ball loses its shine.
The venue has already produced several massive totals this season, with the average first-innings score around 220 runs. Rajasthan Royals posted 243 runs against Sunrisers Hyderabad at this venue.
GT vs RR Weather Report: Chandigarh Weather Conditions for Today's Match
Forecast snapshot: ~29.82°C, humidity 51%, cloud/rain indicator 20%.
29.82°C
Humidity 51%
Wind 6.91 km/h Clouds 20%
Temperatures will gradually drop from 34 degrees Celsius to around 26 degrees Celsius during the match. Humidity levels are expected to rise from 40 percent to 53 percent as the game progresses.
There is a 40 percent chance of rain during the day, while the possibility drops to around 20 percent during match hours. Light dew may arrive later and create slightly easier batting conditions in the second innings.
GT vs RR Toss Prediction and Impact: Bat or Bowl First?
Batting First Advantage
RR +8%58%
Chasing Preference
RR +19%69%
Chasing remains the preferred option in Mullanpur because light dew is expected later in the match. If Rajasthan bat first, they could target a total between 215 and 232 runs. If Gujarat bat first, their top order will aim to score around 208 runs.
GT vs RR Win Probability: Team Chances and Match Prediction Model
GT vs RR — model-style win chances aligned with the quick verdict above.
GT
46%
RR
54%
GT vs RR Match Prediction Today: Who Will Win the IPL Match?
🏆 Match Prediction
Rajasthan Royals in a close game
Rajasthan Royals enter the match as slight favorites. They remain unbeaten at Mullanpur Stadium, while their explosive openers carry strong momentum from the Eliminator victory.
Our Pick
RR
In a close game Confidence
0%92%100%
GT vs RR Expert Analysis: Who Has the Edge and Why?
💡
Rajasthan Royals hold a slight edge because of their momentum. The Royals rely on the aggressive opening pair of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal and quality fast bowlers, Jofra Archer and Nandre Burger.
GT vs RR FAQs: Prediction, Pitch, Toss and Match Questions Answered
Q: Who are the favorites to win GT vs RR Qualifier 2?
A: Rajasthan Royals enter the match as slight favorites with a 56 percent win probability.
Q: What is the average first-innings score in Mullanpur?
A: The average first-innings score at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium this season is around 220 runs.
Q: How many times have GT beaten RR overall?
A: Gujarat Titans have defeated Rajasthan Royals seven times in their 10 head-to-head meetings in IPL history.
Q: Does the winning team in Qualifier 2 reach the final?
A: Yes, the winner of Qualifier 2 will advance directly to the IPL 2026 Final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Ahmedabad.
Q: Who is the leading run-scorer for Gujarat Titans?
A: Sai Sudarshan is Gujarat Titans’ leading run-scorer this season with 652 runs at a strike rate of 157.87.
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