A thrilling clash is set for Tuesday in IPL 2025, as Gujarat Titans take on Rajasthan Royals at their home ground, Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. This will be the 23rd match of the season, and both teams will be aiming to maintain their winning momentum.
Sports News: Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals will face off in the 23rd match of IPL 2025 on April 9th. The match will be played at the prestigious Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, starting at 7:30 PM. Gujarat Titans are in excellent form, having won 3 out of their 4 matches and currently holding the second position on the points table.
On the other hand, Rajasthan Royals have managed to win only 2 out of their 4 matches and are currently placed 7th. This encounter is crucial for both teams, and fans can expect a thrilling contest.
Head-to-Head: Gujarat Dominates Rajasthan
A total of 6 matches have been played between Gujarat and Rajasthan so far, with Gujarat Titans winning 5. Rajasthan has only secured one victory, clearly indicating Gujarat's dominance.
Matches Played - 6
Gujarat Wins - 5
Rajasthan Wins - 1
Team Strengths
Gujarat Titans: Powerful batsmen like Shubman Gill, Nicholas Pooran, and Rutherford strengthen the team. Washington Sundar also impressed in the last match with a 49-run knock. Siraj and Sai Kishore are in good form in the bowling department, but the poor form of Rashid Khan and Ishant Sharma is a cause for concern.
Rajasthan Royals: Captain Sanju Samson, Parag, and Nitish Rana have showcased their batting prowess, but the bowling has been a weak link. However, Jofra Archer's 3 wickets in the last match offer a glimmer of hope.
Pitch Report
- 37 IPL matches have been played at this Ahmedabad venue so far:
- Teams batting first have won 17 times.
- Teams bowling first have won 20 times.
- Highest Score: 243 runs (Punjab Kings vs Gujarat)
- Highest Individual Score: Shubman Gill – 129 runs (vs Mumbai, 2023)
- In both matches played at this venue in IPL 2025 so far, the team winning the toss and electing to bat first has won.
Weather Forecast: Ahmedabad to Sizzle
Ahmedabad will experience hot weather on match day.
Maximum Temperature: 44°C
Minimum Temperature: 27°C
Probability of Rain: Zero
The good news is that the match is scheduled for the evening, offering some respite from the heat for the players.
Match Details
Match: Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals
Date: April 9, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM (Toss at 7:00 PM)
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Broadcast: Star Sports Network
Live Streaming: Jio Cinema (Hotstar)
While Gujarat will aim to continue their winning streak, Rajasthan will be looking to create an upset. Both teams boast b batting lineups, suggesting a high-scoring match is likely. It remains to be seen whether Rajasthan's army will secure victory or if Gill's Gujarat Titans will hoist another victory flag at home.
RR vs GT Probable Playing XI
Gujarat Titans: Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (Captain), Jos Buttler (Wicketkeeper), Washington Sundar, Sherfane Rutherford, Rahul Tewatia, Shahrukh Khan, Rashid Khan, Ravi Bishnoi, Mohammed Siraj, and Prasidh Krishna.
Rajasthan Royals: Sanju Samson (Captain & Wicketkeeper), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Mahesh Teekshana, Kumar Kartikeya, and Tushar Deshpande.
