Ahmedabad, May 10, 2026 – The Gujarat Titans secured a commanding 77-run victory over the Rajasthan Royals in a pivotal Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 fixture held at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The win, largely powered by a century from captain Shubman Gill and a decisive four-wicket haul from spinner Rashid Khan, significantly bolstered the Titans' playoff aspirations while delivering a notable setback to the Royals.

Batting first after winning the toss, the Gujarat Titans posted a formidable total of 205 for 3 in their allotted 20 overs. The innings was anchored by an exceptional performance from Shubman Gill, who scored an unbeaten 104 runs off just 58 deliveries. Gill's innings was a display of controlled aggression, featuring 10 boundaries and 5 sixes. He found crucial support from Sai Sudharsan, who contributed 55 runs off 32 balls, stitching together a 120-run partnership for the second wicket. David Miller provided a late flourish, scoring a rapid 26 runs from 13 balls to propel the Titans past the 200-run mark. For Rajasthan Royals, Yuzvendra Chahal was the most effective bowler, taking 2 wickets for 38 runs in his four overs.

In response, the Rajasthan Royals' chase faltered early and struggled to gain momentum against a disciplined Gujarat Titans bowling attack. The Royals were eventually bowled out for 128 runs in 18.1 overs. Openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Jos Buttler were dismissed within the powerplay, setting a challenging tone for the innings. Captain Sanju Samson attempted to stabilize the innings with a 34-run contribution, but his efforts were insufficient against the mounting pressure from consistent wicket-taking.

The turning point in the Royals' chase came with the introduction of Rashid Khan. The Afghan leg-spinner dismantled the middle and lower order, finishing with impressive figures of 4 wickets for 19 runs from his four overs. His victims included key batsmen Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, and Dhruv Jurel, effectively breaking the backbone of the Royals' batting line-up. Mohit Sharma also contributed with 2 wickets for 25 runs, further tightening the Titans' grip on the match. The Royals' highest individual scorer was Devdutt Padikkal, who made 39 runs before falling to Rashid Khan.

Key Match Statistics:

  • Gujarat Titans Total: 205/3 (20 overs)
  • Rajasthan Royals Total: 128 all out (18.1 overs)
  • Man of the Match: Shubman Gill (Gujarat Titans) for his unbeaten 104 runs.
  • Highest Wicket-taker: Rashid Khan (Gujarat Titans) with 4 wickets for 19 runs.

This decisive victory marks the Gujarat Titans' sixth win of the IPL 2026 season, elevating them to the second position in the league standings with 12 points from nine matches. The result places them in a strong position for a playoff berth. Conversely, the Rajasthan Royals, who had been leading the table, experienced their third loss of the season, maintaining their top spot but with a reduced net run rate. The Royals currently sit with 14 points from ten matches.

Both teams are scheduled for their next fixtures within the coming days. The Gujarat Titans will face the Mumbai Indians on May 14, while the Rajasthan Royals are set to play against the Chennai Super Kings on May 13. The outcome of this match has intensified the competition in the middle stages of the league, with several teams vying for the top four positions.