The 23rd match of IPL 2025 promises fireworks as Gujarat Titans (GT) take on Rajasthan Royals (RR) on April 9 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. With both teams gaining momentum, this clash could play a crucial role in shaping the mid-table battle.

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GT have bounced back strongly after an opening loss and are now on a 3-match winning streak, led by the composed captaincy of Shubman Gill. Meanwhile, Rajasthan Royals, after a shaky start, have found form with back-to-back wins against CSK and PBKS.

Match Details

• Match: GT vs RR, Match 23 IPL 2025
• Date: April 9, 2025
• Time: at 07:30 PM IST 
• Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
• TV/Streaming: JioHotstar, Star Sports Network:

GT vs RR Pitch Report At Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

The pitch at Ahmedabad is a batting paradise, offering true bounce and plenty of value for strokes. Teams batting first have typically posted scores in excess of 180, especially under lights. Pacers are likely to enjoy some movement early on, but it’s a venue where batters generally dominate.

Average First Innings Score: 173

Ideal Strategy: Win toss and bat first

Expected Total: 180+ on a good pitch

Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals Head-to-Head Record

Total Matches Played: 6

Gujarat Titans Won: 5

Rajasthan Royals won: 01

GT vs RR Playing XI Prediction

Gujarat Titans Playing XI (Predicted)

Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Washington Sundar, Rashid Khan, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Ishant Sharma

Rajasthan Royals Playing XI (Predicted)

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (c & wk), Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Yudhvir Singh Charak, Sandeep Sharma

Key Players to Watch in GT vs RR Match 23

Sanju Samson (RR)

230 runs in 6 innings vs GT at 166.67 strike rate and Leading run-scorer for RR in IPL 2025 with 137 runs in 4 matches

Shubman Gill (GT)

Venue Stats: 1024 runs in 20 innings at an average of 60.24 and SR of 160.25, Has 3 IPL centuries at this ground and Scored an unbeaten 61 off 43 in the last match vs SRH

Jos Buttler (GT)

Facing his former team, Rajasthan Royals Will be hungry to prove a point and could light up Ahmedabad

Mohammed Siraj (GT)

4/17 vs Sunrisers Hyderabad, dismissed both openers early, Key powerplay enforcer for GT

Jofra Archer (RR)

Took 3 wickets in the last game vs Punjab Kings and Will be crucial in middle and death overs

GT vs RR Match 23 Winner Prediction, Who Will Win?

Considering their recent winning momentum, strong home record, and the form of key players like Gill and Siraj, the Gujarat Titans start as favorites. While RR have improved recently, GT’s depth and familiarity with Ahmedabad conditions give them the upper hand.

Prediction: Gujarat Titans to win Match 23 of IPL 2025