A massive stage stands ready, the Narendra Modi Stadium set for IPL 2026 Match 25. Not just any match, but one where momentum tilts sharply between rivals. Riding high come the Gujarat Titans, fresh off back-to-back victories, eyes fixed on home dominance and a push upward in rankings. Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders step onto the field weighed down by quiet frustration. Five matches played, none won, despite past glories weighing heavily on jerseys. For them, every run now feels like a race against time, chasing relevance before hope fades completely. Midnight chill sneaks in tonight. Old scores lean toward the hosts, GT up three wins to one, but fireworks on this field before hint that cold stats might melt fast. From Shubman Gill’s seat, another go at his past team glimmers close. Meanwhile, KKR just needs something, anything, to jolt their season back awake after weeks of quiet steps. It settles easily around Gill, a rhythm he leans into without much thought. There too, Rashid Khan finds his game waking up again, piece by piece. KKR moves differently, urgency tugging at every decision, shifting faces in the batting order like they’re chasing something missing. Star names keep getting another chance, then another, each try meant to catch fire. A sudden change is always possible inside such a vast stadium. KKR understand a single sharp display might spark what they’ve needed all along. GT vs KKR Pitch Report for IPL 2026 Most times at the Narendra Modi Stadium, batters find it easy to score right from the start. Early overs often see fluent shot play because the track feels smooth underfoot. Later on, though, things shift, pace drops off, making timing harder. As time passes, the balance tilts slightly toward those delivering the ball. Later on, when things change just right, the pitch starts helping bowlers get extra hold and movement, making it easier to knock stumps down. Still, batters who’ve settled by then might push ahead strong, shaping solid scores if they adjust fast enough. Also Read: GT vs KKR match prediction: Who will win IPL 2026 match 25 between Gujarat Titans and Kolkata Knight Riders? Skippers usually lean toward bowling first. Though daytime sun bakes the pitch into something cracked and stiff, things change when shadows stretch long. Under floodlights, the strip grows smoother, easier to time strokes. Humidity hovers near thirty per cent, less than seaside grounds, yet just a touch of damp helps the ball run clean off the surface. Holding ground late means striking fast; without early breakthroughs, chasers settle quickly. As hours pass, scoring keeps pace without strain. Midday brings strong heat, reaching 41°C, though come the opening overs, it eases to a dry 32°C. While Mumbai often experiences sea fog, here the air feels lighter and sharper, aiding longer ball flight. As the evening cools, turn bowlers may struggle to hold steady purchase. Early spells rewarded those hitting full, generating lift off the surface; still, raw pace without control only feeds scoring chances. Lines matter more than velocity when conditions stay clear and firm. Ahmedabad T20 Stats & Records ahead of GT vs KKR IPL 2026 match - Average 1st innings score: 177 Matches played: 45 Matches won batting first: 51.11% Matches won bowling first: 48.89% Highest score: 243/5 by Punjab Kings vs Gujarat Titans, 2025 Lowest score: 89/10 by Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals, 2024 Highest successful chase: 204/3 by Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals, 2025 Highest individual score: 129 by Shubman Gill (GT) vs Mumbai Indians (26 May, 2023) Best bowling figures: 5/10 by MM Sharma (GT) vs Mumbai Indians (26 May, 2023)