Gujarat Titans and Royals Challengers Bengaluru are set for a blockbuster clash in Ahmedabad today. The Titans are looking to continue their winning momentum with two big points, and the Royal Challengers are in search of the top spot in the points table today.
Two in-form batters, Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli, are up against each other in the Orange Cap battle, and in-form pacers Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Kagiso Rabada have an eye on the Purple Cap. With two big points on the table, both teams will look to produce their best performance at Narendra Modi Stadium today.
Also read: GT vs RCB Pitch Report
IPL 2026 Match 42: GT vs RCB Live Score and Match Updates
Jason Holder wins the POTM award
Jason Holder wins the Player of the Match award for his 2 wickets for 28, 12 runs and 3 crucial catches today.
"Happy things how went for me personally. Felt our energy was good from the start. After the first couple of overs, everyone was a little edgy but credit to KG (for turning it around). (On his catch to dismiss Patidar) I did see him (Rabada), was just hoping to not run into him. He was in my peripheral but he was far enough for me to put in an attempt (to catch it). (On ball following him) I welcome it as it comes. Just happy to hold on to the chances. Happy to contribute and to get over the line. (On his batting role) The way this franchise approaches, you have to stay sharp. More or less about coming in when needed, and delivering."
Rajat Patidar reflects on RCB's loss
"The score was not good enough on this track but the way we bowled and stretched it, it was a positive sign. (On the pitch) There was a good cover of grass and it helped the fast bowlers. The way Shubman played, he played beautifully and put pressure on us. We gave a lot of wickets in the middle and that kept us in the backseat. He (Bhuvneshwar) is an experienced bowler and the way he bowled in the first half was incredible. It is a long way (to go) and we will take it one game at a time. We are not looking at the table. Our aim is to play good cricket."
No changes in the points table
Despite winning big today, Gujarat Titans remain 5th in the points table with 10 points. Royal Challengers Bengaluru stay 2nd with 12 points and positive net run rate. However, the Titans cement their position in the contention for the playoffs today.
Rahul Tewatia wins it for GT
Rahul Tewatia and Rashid Khan smash Suyash Sharma for a four each in the 16th over to finish the game early. No late drama at Narendra Modi Stadium as Gujarat Titans record a comfortable win to stay in contention for the playoffs.
Tewatia scored 27 off 17 balls and Rashid added 7 off 6 balls.
RCB - 155/10 in 19.2 overs
GT - 158/6 in 15.5 overs
Gujarat Titans win by 4 wickets (with 25 balls remaining)
Jason Holder OUT!!!
Suyash Sharma removes Jason Holder, who goes for a big shot over deep mid wicket but finds Devdutt Padikkal on the boundary edge.
Holder scored 12 off 10 balls. Rashid Khan comes in at No. 8.
GT - 141/6 in 14 overs
Gujarat Titans need 15 runs in 36 balls to win the game
Gujarat Titans eye big win
Romario Shepherd concedes just 5 runs in the 13th over, but it's too late for RCB to fight back. Gujarat are closing in on a big and crucial win.
Rahul Tewatia - 16 off 9 balls
Jason Holder - 11 off 7 balls
GT - 137/5 in 13 overs
Gujarat Titans need 19 runs in 42 balls to win the game
Rahul Tewatia takes GT ahead
Rahul Tewatia smashes Suyash Sharma for two back-to-back fours in the 12th over to crush RCB's hopes for a comeback.
Rahul Tewatia - 14 off 7 balls
Jason Holder - 8 off 3 balls
GT - 132/5 in 12 overs
Gujarat Titans need 24 runs in 48 balls to win the game
Romario Shepherd strikes again
Romario Shepherd strikes again as he removes Washington Sundar on an LBW dismissal. Two wickets in an over bring RCB back in the game.
Sundar scored 12 off 12 balls. Jason Holder comes in at No. 7 and smashes a big six over deep fine leg.
GT - 122/5 in 11 overs
Gujarat Titans need 34 runs in 54 balls to win the game
Shahrukh Khan OUT!!!
Shahrukh Khan throws out his wicket while attempting a big shot over deep fine leg off Romario Shepherd's wicket.
Shahrukh scored 8 runs off 8 balls. Rahul Tewatia comes in at No. 6.
GT - 111/4 in 10.2 overs
Gujarat Titans need 45 runs in 58 balls to win the game
Josh Hazlewood finishes without a wicket
Josh Hazlewood finishes without a wicket today and gives away 56 runs in his four overs. With both Hazlewood and Bhuvi bowling out, can RCB make a comeback today?
Washington Sundar - 12 off 11 balls
Shahrukh Khan - 8 off 7 balls
GT - 109/3 in 10 overs
Gujarat Titans need 47 runs in 60 balls to win the game
RCB revive hopes
Romario Shepherd concedes a big six over mid wicket after giving away just 2 runs on his first 5 deliveries in the 9th over.
Washington Sundar - 11 off 10 balls
Shahrukh Khan - 2 off 2 balls
GT - 102/3 in 9 overs
Gujarat Titans need 54 runs in 66 balls to win the game
Bhuvneshwar Kumar regains lead in Purple Cap
Bhuvneshwar Kumar regains a lead in the Purple Cap race with 17 wickets in 9 innings. He surpasses Eshan Malinga's 15 wickets.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar delivers again
Bhuvneshwar Kumar provides a stunning yorker delivery on leg to bowl out Jos Buttler in his final over today. An incredible performance from Bhuvneshwar Kumar with 3 wickets today.
Buttler scored 39 off 19 balls.
GT - 94/3 in 8 overs
Gujarat Titans need 62 runs in 72 balls to win the game
Jos Buttler is in the mood today
Jos Buttler is dominating at Narendra Modi Stadium and is looking to finish the game early. He smashes Suyash Sharma for two huge sixes in the 7th over to crush RCB's hopes for a comeback.
Washington Sundar - 3 off 3 balls
Jos Buttler - 33 off 16 balls
GT - 86/2 in 7 overs
Gujarat Titans need 70 runs in 78 balls to win the game
Jos Buttler takes on Hazlewood again
No wicket for Josh Hazlewood in powerplay today. Jos Buttler smashes the Aussie for two more boundaries in the sixth over to put GT on the track for a big win today.
Washington Sundar - 1 off 1 ball
Jos Buttler - 19 off 12 balls
GT - 69/2 in 6 overs
Gujarat Titans need 87 runs in 84 balls to win the game