IPL 2026: GT vs RCB Match Prediction, Match 42 - Who will win today’s IPL match between Gujarat and Bengaluru?
Shubman Gill, Rajat Patidar (Source: IPLT20.com)
Published - 30 Apr 2026, 04:43 AM• Read time - 12 mins
Gujarat Titans (GT) will take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 42 of the Indian Premier League 2026 (IPL 2026) on Thursday, April 30, at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. Gujarat got off to a good start to their campaign, winning three out of the first five fixtures.
However, they’ve failed to continue their momentum, losing two out of the last three matches. The Shubman Gill-led side will look to ride on their home advantage and gain crucial two points in the upcoming fixture. On the other hand, RCB are in the middle of another brilliant campaign, being on the second spot on the IPL 2026 points table with 12 points from eight games.
RCB will look to exert their dominance once again on GT, having beaten them earlier in the tournament, while Gujarat will look for revenge on their home soil.
GT vs RCB Match Info
| Date | Fixture | Match No | Venue | Start time (Local time) |
| Thursday, April 30 | Gujarat Titans vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 42 | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 7:30 PM |
Narendra Modi Stadium Stats in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 48 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 24 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 24 (including 1 tie won by bowling first) |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 181 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 164 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 243/5 (20 ovs) by PBKS vs GT in 2025 |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 89/10 (17.3 ovs) by GT vs DC in 2024 |
| Highest Score Chased | 205 (207/7 in 20 overs) by KKR vs GT in 2023 |
| Lowest Score Defended | 130 by DC vs GT, 2023 |
Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report and Playing Conditions:
| Aspect | Batters | Pacers | Spinners |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Assistance | Good | Favourable | Decent |
| Bounce | Good | Good | Decent |
| Movement | Good | Minimal after powerplay | Good |
| Best Phase | Almost Throughout | With new ball | Middle Overs |
GT vs RCB Head-to-Head record in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 7 |
| Gujarat Titans | 3 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 4 |
GT vs RCB Playing 11 with Impact sub
Gujarat Titans
Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Shahrukh Khan, Washington Sundar, Jason Holder, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Manav Suthar, Prasidh Krishna
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Virat Kohli, Jacob Bethell, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (c), Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Salam Dar, Suyash Sharma
Players to watch out for in GT vs RCB
Shubman Gill
The GT captain got starts in the last two fixtures but failed to convert them into big scores. With Gujarat eyeing a revenge, they will need their captain to step up big time and notch up a big score against the famed bowling attack of RCB.
Suyash Sharma
The wrist-spinner has maintained a good economy of 7.84 but hasn’t been able to take wickets regularly in the season so far, with six scalps from seven innings. He will again hold the key in the crucial middle overs as RCB aim to climb to the top of the points table.
Today's Match Prediction: Royal Challengers Bengaluru to win
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on current form, team balance, and available match data. Cricket remains unpredictable, and actual results may vary.
