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IPL 2026 • Match 42
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19 April 2026 03:30 pm IST Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

GT vs CSK Match Preview

GT host CSK at the world's largest stadium in an afternoon encounter. Gill vs Pathirana is pace vs timing, while Rashid Khan against CSK's experienced middle order is a battle of wits. Dhoni's potential last visit to Motera adds emotional weight to this fixture.

Why You Should Watch This Match

  • 1Motera's 132,000-seat stadium — the grandest stage in cricket
  • 2Rashid Khan vs Jadeja — spin all-rounder rivalry
  • 3Gill vs Pathirana — elegance vs raw pace
  • 4Dhoni's possible last match at the world's largest stadium

GT vs CSK Head to Head Record

5
GT Wins
8
Total Matches
3
CSK Wins
63%
38%
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Motera Pitch Report

BalancedAvg 1st Innings: 170-180

Motera's surface offers true bounce and rewards good cricket. Both pacers and spinners find assistance. The large outfield makes boundary-hitting harder, putting a premium on running between wickets.

Toss Decision

No strong preference. Both batting first and chasing have been equally successful at Motera this season.

Key Player Battle

Shubman Gill vs Matheesha Pathirana

Gujarat Titans

GT Key Players

  • Shubman Gill
  • Rashid Khan
  • Sai Sudharsan
  • Mohit Sharma
  • Wriddhiman Saha
Chennai Super Kings

CSK Key Players

  • MS Dhoni
  • Ruturaj Gaikwad
  • Devon Conway
  • Ravindra Jadeja
  • Rachin Ravindra

Fantasy Cricket

GT vs CSK Dream11 Prediction

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is GT vs CSK IPL 2026?

Gujarat Titans vs Chennai Super Kings IPL 2026 Match 42 is scheduled for 19 April 2026 at 10:00 am IST at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.

What is the GT vs CSK head to head record?

In 8 IPL encounters, Gujarat Titans leads 5-3. There have been 0 no results.

What is the pitch report for GT vs CSK at Motera?

Motera's surface offers true bounce and rewards good cricket. Both pacers and spinners find assistance. The large outfield makes boundary-hitting harder, putting a premium on running between wickets.

Who will win GT vs CSK IPL 2026 Match 42?

Based on current form, squad strength, and venue conditions, this promises to be a closely contested match. Check our detailed prediction and Dream11 tips for expert analysis.

What is the average score at Motera?

The average first innings score at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad is approximately 170-180. Both bat and ball are competitive at this venue.

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Last updated: 31 March 2026. All match timings are in IST. Playing XIs will be confirmed at the toss.