The 23rd match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 sees the defending champions Gujarat Titans take on the Sanju Samson-led Rajasthan Royals, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, on Sunday, April 16.
Gujarat will be coming into the game on the back of a win against Punjab Kings, and the Hardik Pandya-led side will be keen on maintaining their winning ways in the repeat of the IPL 2022 final. On the other hand, Rajasthan won their previous game against the MS Dhoni-led Chennai as well. Brimming with confidence, it could prove to be quite a challenge for Gujarat to overcome Rajasthan.
GT vs RR Match Details
Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals, Match 23, IPL 2023
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Date & Time: Sunday, April 16, 7:30 PM IST
Telecast & Streaming Details: Star Sports Network and JioCinema
GT vs RR Pitch Report
The surface at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad offers a batter-friendly surface. With the team batting first, winning the majority of the games, choosing to bat first would prove to be the right decision. The team that bats first would aim to put a high total on the board in their first innings to put the opposition under pressure.
GT vs KKR Probable Playing XIs
Gujarat Titans (GT):
Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Hardik Pandya (c), David Miller, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Alzarri Joseph, Mohammed Shami, Mohit Sharma, Joshua Little
Rajasthan Royals (RR):
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson (c & wk), Devdutt Padikkal, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel, Ravichandran Ashwin, Jason Holder, Trent Boult, Sandeep Sharma, Yuzvendra Chahal
GT vs RR Probable Best Performers
Probable best batter
Shubman Gill: Star Indian batter Shubman Gill has been in sensational form at the IPL 2023. The 23-year-old scored a fabulous 67 runs in 49 deliveries, his knock was integral to Gujarat ultimately winning the game against Punjab. The defending champions would bank on Gill’s performance in the upcoming game as well.
Probable best bowler
Yuzvendra Chahal: The winner of the IPL purple cap 2022, Yuzvendra Chahal, has picked up right where he left off in the ongoing tournament. The 32-year-old has 10 wickets to his name in four IPL matches so far, and his spell could be crucial for the visitors when they take on the defending champions.
Today’s Match Prediction: The side batting first to win the match
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.