Captain & Vice-Captain Picks
Rashid Khan
Yashasvi Jaiswal
Top 5 Must-Pick Players
Rashid Khan
Yashasvi Jaiswal
Shubman Gill
Sanju Samson
Jos Buttler
Full Player Rankings
| # | Player | Team | Role | Credits | Form | Venue | Pitch | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | Rashid Khan | | All-rounder | 9.5 | 84 | 15 | 18 | 92.8 |
| VC | Yashasvi Jaiswal | | Batter | 10 | 90 | 15 | 18 | 90.7 |
| 3 | Shubman Gill | | Batter | 10 | 82 | 15 | 16.5 | 85.2 |
| 4 | Sanju Samson | | WK-Batter | 9.5 | 76 | 15 | 16.5 | 85.1 |
| 5 | Jos Buttler | | WK-Batter | 10 | 72 | 15 | 16.5 | 83.2 |
| 6 | Sai Sudharsan | | Batter | 8 | 74 | 15 | 16.5 | 81.7 |
| 7 | Yuzvendra Chahal | | Bowler | 8.5 | 75 | 15 | 16.5 | 81.5 |
| 8 | Trent Boult | | Bowler | 9 | 74 | 15 | 16.5 | 81 |
| 9 | Mohammed Shami | | Bowler | 9 | 72 | 15 | 16.5 | 80.5 |
| 10 | David Miller | | Batter | 8.5 | 66 | 15 | 15 | 75.6 |
Pitch Report — Motera
The world's largest cricket stadium offers a pitch that has varied between spin-friendly and batting-friendly. The massive outfield means boundaries are harder to come by, putting a premium on running between wickets and clever shot placement.
Chasing is slightly preferred at Motera. The pitch can slow down in the second innings, but dew factor compensates by making the ball easier to hit.
Head-to-Head Record
Gujarat Titans hold a 4-3 advantage over Rajasthan Royals. Both franchise captains — Shubman Gill and Sanju Samson — are among the most talented young cricketers in India, adding star power to every encounter.
GT vs RR — Match Preview
The world's largest cricket stadium hosts a battle of contrasting philosophies. Gujarat Titans rely on tactical discipline and matchwinners like Rashid Khan, while Rajasthan Royals back their explosive batting to overwhelm any opposition. Motera's massive boundaries add a unique tactical dimension — big sixes matter less here, and cricketing intelligence becomes paramount. Rashid Khan vs Jos Buttler is a contest that transcends IPL and belongs on the world stage.
Why Watch This Match
- Cricket at the world's largest stadium — 132,000 capacity Motera
- Rashid Khan vs Jos Buttler — arguably the best legspinner vs the best T20 batter
- Motera's massive outfield makes every run a contest
- Two 2022 finalists renewing their rivalry