IPL 2026 RR vs GT: Pitch report, highest score, Jaipur stadium stats

Rajasthan Royals are set to host Gujarat Titans in Match 52 of Indian Premier League 2026 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium tonight. RR skipper Yashasvi Jaiswal has won the toss and elected to field first on the night.  The clash promises to be an important one as both sides continue their push for a playoff berth.

 

Rajasthan began their campaign brightly but have struggled to maintain consistency in recent games. The Royals have suffered three defeats in their last five matches and head into this contest after a seven-wicket loss to Delhi Capitals. With the playoff race intensifying, skipper Riyan Parag and his side will be aiming for a strong all-round performance to strengthen their top-four chances.

 

 

Meanwhile, Gujarat Titans have recovered impressively after a slow start to the season. After managing only three wins from their first seven matches, the side bounced back with three consecutive victories to regain momentum. Led by Shubman Gill, GT will look to continue their winning run and further boost their playoff hopes with another positive result in Jaipur. 

 

Sawai Mansingh Stadium Pitch Report for RR vs GT, IPL 2026

 

The trend in the 2026 season suggests that teams batting second have enjoyed greater success at the venue. The surface has largely favoured the batters, offering a flat track where even massive totals have not been safe. On both occasions this season, targets above 220 have been successfully chased, highlighting how difficult it has been for bowling sides to defend scores. 

 

With the pitch remaining good for stroke play throughout the innings and little assistance available for bowlers, captains winning the toss are expected to opt for chasing once again in the upcoming encounter, considering the advantage teams batting second have enjoyed so far.

 

IPL 2026: RR win/loss record at Sawai Mansingh Stadium

 

Rajasthan Royals have played 49 matches at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, winning 28 and losing 20, while one game ended without a result.

 

IPL 2026: GT win/loss record at Sawai Mansingh Stadium

 

Gujarat Titans have featured in three matches at this venue, winning one and losing two.

 

RR vs GT IPL Head-to-head at Sawai Mansingh Stadium

 

Both sides have faced each other thrice in Jaipur, With Gujarat losing 2 matches and winning on one occasion 

RR vs GT H2H in Jaipur
Season	Winner	Margin	Venue	Date
IPL 2025	Rajasthan Royals	8 wickets	Sawai Mansingh Stadium	Apr 28, 2025
IPL 2024	Gujarat Titans	3 wickets	Sawai Mansingh Stadium	Apr 10, 2024
IPL 2023	Gujarat Titans	9 wickets	Sawai Mansingh Stadium	May 5, 2023

 

What happened in the last IPL match at Sawai Mansingh Stadium?

 

The previous IPL match at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium saw Rajasthan Royals take on Delhi Capitals, with DC registering a 7-wicket victory in Jaipur.

 

Sawai Mansingh Stadium: Key Stats 

Sawai Mansingh Stadium key T20 stats
Statistic	Value
Format	T20
Total Matches	1
Matches Won Batting First	0
Matches Won Bowling First	1
Average 1st Innings Score	164
Average 2nd Innings Score	166
Highest Total Recorded	166/5 (19.4 Overs) – India vs New Zealand
Lowest Total Recorded	0/0 (0 Overs)
Highest Score Chased	166/5 (19.4 Overs) – India vs New Zealand
Lowest Score Defended	0/0 (0 Overs)