RR vs GT, IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans Register Biggest IPL Victory Against Rajasthan Royals

In advance of a very big event the RR vs GT game in IPL 2026 we have seen another big change in the standings after game 52, where the Gujarat Titans have really come up big with a huge victory over the Rajasthan Royals by 77 runs.

The large defeat by the Royals has allowed other teams to take their spots in the top four, while the Titans have taken a major step toward earning a playoff berth with their all-around performance.

RR vs GT Match Summary

Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans, IPL 2026

Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium

Result: Gujarat Titans won by 77 runs

GT Score: 229/4 in 20 overs

RR Score: 152 all out in 17 overs

Player of the Match Contender

Shubman Gill

The victory was Gujarat Titans’ biggest-ever IPL win in terms of runs and their fourth consecutive triumph this season.

Rajasthan Royals Continue Poor Home Form

Rajasthan Royals’ third consecutive loss on their home ground at Jaipur vs Chennai means it is the third consecutive match they will be playing at home. They started the season off with four straight wins but now have lost five out of their last seven.

Rajasthan Royals’ point total of 12 places them in fifth position; 12 points does impact their playoff momentum going forward before they play several key games, such as CSK vs LSG, and other important league games.

Gujarat Titans Climb the IPL 2026 Points Table

Following a defeat in both of their initial the two games of the tournament, Gujarat Titans has made a massive rebound. As of now, they are ranked second in the IPL 2026 points standings with a total of 14 points out of 11 matches played.

The GT batting strength along with the well balanced bowling style makes them one of the top teams for each of these Club’s playoff ranges this year.

Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan Dominate RR Bowlers

Despite losing the toss and being sent to bat first, Gujarat Titans had an explosive start led by their captain, Shubman Gill. After the first six overs of powerplay, Gill and match-winner Sai Sudharsan added 118 runs in their opening partnership (65 balls).

Shubman Gill’s Explosive Knock

Then Shubman Gill scored an explosive knock of 84 runs (44 balls), hitting at an outstanding strike rate of 190. His innings are as follows:

9 boundaries

3 sixes

Intense stroke play during powerplays and middle overs

The Gujarat captain seemed to be in full control as he easily dismantled the bowling line-up of Rajasthan.

Sai Sudharsan Stays Consistent

Sai Sudharsan showed his consistency yet again as he scored 55 runs off 36 deliveries. His innings comprised of:

6 fours

2 sixes

Gill had the ideal partner for his innings, and Gujarat Titans constructed an excellent base.

Death Overs Spark Fire for Gujarat Titans Above 220 Runs

The death overs saw Washington Sundar and Rahul Tewatia upping their game with a rapid-fire partnership. An unbeaten contribution by Washington Sundar of 37 runs from just 20 balls, included:

2 fours

3 sixes

Gujarat Titans achieved a large total of 229/4 after 20 overs thanks in large part to Rahul Tewatia, who finished with a flurry of activity by scoring an additional 14 runs off of only 4 balls, with 2 very large sixes.

Rajasthan Royals Collapse Under Pressure

With an eye on the big target, Rajasthan Royals fell flat in building any momentum, and ended up getting all out for 152 in the 17th over. They found it very difficult to cope with the disciplined bowling attack of Gujarat.

Rajasthan Royals had a disastrous middle order that played under immense pressure to get themselves into the most damaging situation of IPL 2026.

Key Takeaways From RR vs GT Before CSK vs LSG

As fans shift attention to the highly anticipated CSK vs LSG clash, the victory of the Gujarat Titans has added further weight to the playoff race in IPL 2026.

Key Points: