GT vs KKR IPL 2026 preview: All you need to know about match timing, venue, live streaming, pitch conditions, head-to-head stats, and probable XIs.
Gujarat Titans players (PC: IANS)
The Gujarat Titans will take on the Kolkata Knight Riders in Match 25 of the Indian Premier League 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, with the two sides heading into the clash on contrasting runs of form.
Gujarat Titans have regained momentum after a shaky start, registering back-to-back wins to climb up the points table. Led by Shubman Gill, GT come into this fixture high on confidence following their successful chase against Lucknow Super Giants. Gill and Jos Buttler starred with the bat, while Prasidh Krishna has been exceptional with the ball, emerging as one of the leading wicket-takers this season.
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Kolkata Knight Riders, on the other hand, have endured a difficult campaign so far. Under Ajinkya Rahane, KKR are yet to register a win and currently sit at the bottom of the table. Their struggles with both bat and ball have hurt them, and they will be desperate to turn things around in Ahmedabad.
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Conditions are expected to be clear, with no rain forecast during match hours.
Temperatures will hover between 30°C and 35°C, making it a warm evening for players. Humidity levels are relatively low, but dew could still come into play later in the second innings, potentially favouring teams chasing.
What time will the GT vs KKR IPL 2026 match start?
The match will begin at 7:30 PM IST.
What time will the toss take place?
The toss is scheduled for 7:00 PM IST.
Where is the GT vs KKR match being played?
The match will be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Where can you watch the GT vs KKR IPL 2026 match live on TV?
The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India.
Where can you livestream the GT vs KKR match?
Fans can stream the match live on the JioHotstar app and website.
Matches: 5 (1 No Result)
GT wins: 3
KKR wins: 1
Gujarat Titans hold a clear edge in this fixture and also won the last meeting between the two sides.
Gujarat Titans (GT):
Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (wk), Washington Sundar, Glenn Phillips, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Ashok Sharma, Prasidh Krishna
Impact Player: Sai Kishore
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):
Ajinkya Rahane (c), Sunil Narine, Tim Seifert (wk), Cameron Green, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Rinku Singh, Rovman Powell, Ramandeep Singh, Anukul Roy, Kartik Tyagi, Vaibhav Arora
Impact Player: Varun Chakravarthy
The Ahmedabad surface is traditionally batting-friendly, offering good bounce and carry.
A par score is likely to be around 180–200, with chasing teams historically enjoying more success at this venue. Pacers could get some early movement due to extra bounce, while spinners may come into play in the middle overs.
Dew is expected to play a role later in the game, which could make defending totals challenging.
Team News & Key Updates
Gujarat Titans:
GT are likely to stick with their winning combination. Their top order looks settled, while the bowling unit, led by Rabada and Krishna, has been delivering consistently.
Kolkata Knight Riders:
KKR may look to tweak their combination after a string of losses. Their batting order, despite big names, has failed to click, putting pressure on both departments.
Players to Watch
Shubman Gill (GT): Leading from the front and in fine form with the bat.
Prasidh Krishna (GT): Among the top wicket-takers this season and lethal in Ahmedabad conditions.
Sunil Narine (KKR): A key all-rounder who can impact the game in both departments.
Rinku Singh (KKR): One of KKR’s most reliable finishers and a potential game-changer.
Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Kumar Kushagra, Glenn Phillips, Rashid Khan, Manav Suthar, Nishant Sindhu, Washington Sundar, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kagiso Rabada, Sai Kishore, Jayant Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Ashok Sharma, Jason Holder, Tom Banton, Luke Wood, Sai Sudharsan, Rahul Tewatia, Arshad Khan, Anuj Rawat, Kulwant Khejroliya, Gurnoor Brar, M Shahrukh Khan
Kolkata Knight Riders: Ajinkya Rahane (c), Manish Pandey, Rovman Powell, Angkrish Raghuvanshi (wk), Ramandeep Singh, Rinku Singh, Sunil Narine, Anukul Roy, Vaibhav Arora, Harshit Rana, Umran Malik, Varun Chakravarthy, Cameron Green, Finn Allen, Matheesha Pathirana, Kartik Tyagi, Rahul Tripathi, Tim Seifert, Tejasvi Dahiya, Sarthak Ranjan, Rachin Ravindra, Akash Deep, Prashant Solanki, Daksh Kamra
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