IPL 2026: GT vs SRH Clash Set for High-Stakes Battle in Ahmedabad
Gujarat Titans and Sunrisers Hyderabad will face off in a crucial IPL 2026 encounter at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday, with both teams aiming to move to the top of the points table.
Sunrisers Hyderabad, led by Pat Cummins, bounced back strongly after a slow start to the season and are currently among the top contenders for a playoff spot. Gujarat Titans, captained by Shubman Gill, also enter the match with strong momentum following a four-match winning streak.
Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 6
- Gujarat Titans Wins: 5
- Sunrisers Hyderabad Wins: 1
Pitch Report
The Ahmedabad surface is expected to provide a balanced contest between bat and ball. Batters are likely to enjoy the true bounce and pace, while bowlers who hit consistent hard lengths could also find assistance. Dew in the second innings may play a major role.
Weather Update
Ahmedabad is expected to witness extremely hot conditions, with temperatures around 33°C to 34°C during match time. There is no rain forecast, ensuring uninterrupted play.
Predicted Playing XI
Gujarat Titans:
Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler, Washington Sundar, Jason Holder, Rahul Tewatia, Arshad Khan, Rashid Khan, Manav Suthar, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj
Impact Player: Prasidh Krishna
Sunrisers Hyderabad:
Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan, Heinrich Klaasen, Nitish Reddy, Aniket Verma/Smaran Ravichandran, Salil Arora, Pat Cummins, Harsh Dubey, Shivang Kumar, Sakib Hussain
Impact Player: Eshan Malinga
Match Timing
- Toss: 7:00 PM IST
- Match Start: 7:30 PM IST
The match is expected to be a key contest in the playoff race, with both teams carrying strong batting firepower and in-form pace attacks.
