RR vs GT Result: Gujarat Titans Secure Dominant 77-Run Victory in Jaipur
The Gujarat Titans (GT) silenced the Pink City on Saturday, May 9, 2026, with a clinical 77-run victory over the Rajasthan Royals (RR). Led by a masterclass from Shubman Gill and a lethal spell by Rashid Khan, GT has now climbed to a much safer position in the IPL 2026 Playoff Scenarios.
1. Match Summary: GT Power vs RR Collapse
Winning the toss and electing to bowl first, the Royals were immediately put on the back foot as Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan tore into the powerplay.
- RR Chase: Despite a valiant effort by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (36 off 16), the Royals’ middle order crumbled under the pressure of the 230-run target. Rashid Khan was the wrecker-in-chief, taking 4 wickets for just 33 runs.
- GT Innings: Shubman Gill led from the front with a blistering 84 off 44 balls. Supported by Sai Sudharsan (55), GT posted a mammoth 229/4 in their 20 overs.
| Team | Runs | Overs | Top Scorer / Bowler |
| Gujarat Titans | 229/4 | 20.0 | Shubman Gill (84), Rashid Khan (4/33) |
| Rajasthan Royals | 152 | 16.3 | Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (36), Mohammed Siraj (1/55) |
Result: Gujarat Titans won by 77 runs. Man of the Match: Rashid Khan (4/33)
3. Impact on the Points Table
This victory has massive implications for the Playoff Race:
- Gujarat Titans: With 12 points and a significantly improved Net Run Rate, GT has leapfrogged into the top 4.
- Rajasthan Royals: This heavy loss hurts RR’s NRR. They must now win their remaining games to ensure they don’t depend on other results.
4. “Pink Promise” Update
Despite the loss for the home team, the Pink Promise initiative was a massive success for social welfare. With a total of 14 sixes hit during the match (including 3 by Sooryavanshi), 84 homes in rural Rajasthan will now be electrified via solar power.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Gujarat Titans won the match by 77 runs after defending a total of 229.
Rashid Khan was named Player of the Match for his game-changing spell of 4/33 that dismantled the Royals’ batting lineup.
A total of 14 sixes were hit, which means the Royal Rajasthan Foundation will power 84 homes with solar energy.
Since the match was completed in full, no refunds are applicable. For future reference, see our IPL Ticket Refund Guide.