IPL 2024, RR vs GT: Gujarat Opt To Bowl As Rajasthan Aim for 5th Straight Win; Check Playing XIs

Jaipur: Rajasthan Royals (RR) are emerging as strong contenders for the title, showing resilience and adaptability in their gameplay this season. Led by captain Sanju Samson and supported by players like Jos Buttler, they clinched their fourth consecutive victory against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), despite a valiant effort from Virat Kohli.

On the flip side, Gujarat Titans (GT) are struggling this season, currently placed seventh on the table. Their captain, Shubman Gill, has failed to inspire the team, with key players like him and Rashid Khan yet to find their flow. Additionally, the absence of Mohammed Shami has impacted their performance. While Mohit Sharma and Sai Sudharsan have shown resilience, it hasn’t been enough to salvage an underwhelming campaign.

The clash between RR and GT tonight will be crucial for both teams, especially for captains Gill and Samson, who aim to regain their prime form ahead of the T20 World Cup 2024.

Head-to-head, Gujarat hold a clear advantage, having won four out of five encounters against Rajasthan, including the IPL 2022 final. However, RR secured a win against GT last season in Ahmedabad.

Regarding the pitch, Jaipur has witnessed high-scoring matches this year, with teams finding success both while defending targets and chasing. The cooler evening conditions may offer some assistance to spinners as well.

Playing XIs

Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson(w/c), Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Ravichandran Ashwin, Trent Boult, Avesh Khan, Navdeep Saini, Yuzvendra Chahal

RR Impact Subs: Rovman Powell, Tanush Kotian, Shubham Dubey, Keshav Maharaj, Navdeep Saini

Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill(c), Sai Sudharsan, Vijay Shankar, Abhinav Manohar, Matthew Wade(w), Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Umesh Yadav, Spencer Johnson, Noor Ahmad, Mohit Sharma

GT Impact Subs: BR Sharath, Shahrukh Khan, Darshan Nalkande, Manav Suthar, Sai Kishore