In a thrilling encounter at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, Rajasthan Royals triumphed over Gujarat Titans by a mere six runs, solidifying their position at the top of the IPL 2026 standings.
The Royals posted a formidable total of 210 runs for the loss of 6 wickets, with standout performances from Dhruv Jurel, who scored 75 runs off 42 balls, and Yashasvi Jaiswal, contributing 55 runs.
Gujarat Titans, in response, managed 204 runs for 8 wickets, with Sai Sudharsan leading their charge with 73 runs. Despite a valiant effort, the Titans fell just short of the target.
Rajasthan’s bowling attack was spearheaded by Ravi Bishnoi, who took 4 wickets for 41 runs, marking a significant milestone as he became the youngest Indian bowler to reach 200 wickets in T20 cricket.
The match saw a nail-biting finish as Tushar Deshpande successfully defended 10 runs in the final over, sealing the victory for the Royals.
This win follows Rajasthan Royals’ opening victory against Chennai Super Kings, and they now boast a Net Run Rate of +2.233, the best among all teams.
With this victory, Rajasthan Royals have now won two consecutive matches in IPL 2026, positioning themselves as strong contenders for the title.
Looking ahead, Rajasthan Royals will face the Mumbai Indians in their next match at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati on Tuesday, where they will aim to extend their winning streak.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding player injuries or changes in the lineup for the upcoming match.
