GT vs RR Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Picks for IPL 2026 Match 9
by Team Latestly · LatestLYThe Narendra Modi Stadium is set to host a blockbuster encounter on 4 April, as the Gujarat Titans (GT) welcome a confident Rajasthan Royals (RR) side for Match 9 of the IPL 2026 season. With the hosts desperate for their first victory and the Royals looking to cement their position at the top half of the table, the fixture promises a tactical battle at the world’s largest cricket stadium. You can follow CSK vs PBKS IPL 2026 live scorecard here.
Predicted Playing XIs
Gujarat Titans: Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Washington Sundar, Glenn Phillips, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna. (Impact Player: Ashok Sharma)
Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Riyan Parag (c), Dhruv Jurel (wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Sandeep Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi, Brijesh Sharma. (Impact Player: Donovan Ferreira)
GT vs RR Fantasy Picks
For fantasy managers, the top-tier selections include Shubman Gill and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, both of whom are in excellent touch. Ravindra Jadeja remains a hot pick due to his dual-point potential on an Ahmedabad surface that often assists spin in the middle overs. Ahmedabad Weather and Rain Forecast for Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals IPL 2026 Match.
In the bowling department, Jofra Archer and Rashid Khan are mandatory inclusions for their wicket-taking ability. Differential picks like Sai Sudharsan and Dhruv Jurel could provide significant value if the top orders fail to fire in the afternoon heat.
Pitch Report
The surface at the Narendra Modi Stadium is historically favourable for batters, although it can offer some turn to spinners like Rashid Khan as the match progresses. With an evening start, the dew factor is expected to influence the second innings, often making chasing a more viable option.
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