Table of Contents

A place in the IPL 2026 final is now just one victory away for Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals as both teams prepare for a massive Qualifier 2 showdown at New Chandigarh (Mullanpur).

After weeks of high-pressure cricket and dramatic performances throughout the season, the two sides will now battle in what promises to be one of the biggest matches of the tournament.

Gujarat Titans have looked like one of the strongest and most balanced sides this season despite suffering a disappointing defeat against RCB in Qualifier 1. GT arguably possess one of the finest top orders seen in the league this year with captain Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan and Jos Buttler consistently dominating bowling attacks.

Sai Sudharsan’s calmness and consistency at the top, Gill’s elegant strokeplay and Buttler’s aggressive batting approach have made Gujarat extremely dangerous in powerplay as well as middle overs. Meanwhile, Rahul Tewatia has finally shown signs of returning to his in last clash.

For Rajasthan Royals, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues to remain the biggest attraction with his fearless batting and sensational six-hitting ability. However, RR’s success has not revolved around just one player.

Dhruv Jurel has consistently delivered important knocks in the middle overs, while skipper Riyan Parag has finally regained rhythm after struggling for form for most parts of the tournament.

GT vs RR: Gujarat Titans dominate overall head-to-head record

The overall head-to-head record between Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals heavily favours GT. In 10 meetings so far, Gujarat Titans have won seven matches, while Rajasthan Royals have managed to win only three games.

  • Matches Played: 10
  • Gujarat Titans Won: 7
  • Rajasthan Royals Won: 3
  • No Result: 0
  • GT Highest Score: 229
  • RR Highest Score: 210
  • GT Lowest Score: 177
  • RR Lowest Score: 118

GT have also posted the highest total in this rivalry with 229 runs, while RR’s highest score against Gujarat Titans stands at 210. Interestingly, Rajasthan Royals also hold the lowest total in this rivalry after being restricted to 118, whereas GT’s lowest score against RR is 177.

One of the biggest reasons behind Gujarat Titans’ dominance in this rivalry came during IPL 2022, their debut season, when they completely outplayed Rajasthan Royals in all three meetings, including the IPL final. GT defeated RR three consecutive times that year and established complete control over the rivalry right from the beginning.

GT vs RR: IPL 2026 rivalry perfectly balanced

Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals have already faced each other twice in IPL 2026 and both teams have managed to win one game each.

  • Matches Played: 2
  • Gujarat Titans Won: 1
  • Rajasthan Royals Won: 1

Changing their fortunes in both meetings this season, Rajasthan Royals first edged past Gujarat Titans in a thrilling six-run contest. However, GT responded in dominant fashion later in the tournament, crushing RR in Jaipur with a massive 77-run victory.

GT vs RR: Results across IPL seasons

IPL 2026

  • GT won by 77 runs
  • RR won by 6 runs

IPL 2025

  • RR won by 8 wickets
  • GT won by 58 runs

IPL 2024

  • GT won by 3 wickets

IPL 2023

  • GT won by 9 wickets
  • RR won by 3 wickets

IPL 2022

  • GT won by 7 wickets
  • GT won by 7 wickets
  • GT won by 37 runs

Also READ: Latest Cricket News