GT vs RR IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals Win Thriller by 6 Runs
Royals Defend 210 in Last-Over Drama
Rajasthan Royals continued their perfect start to IPL 2026 with a thrilling 6-run victory over Gujarat Titans at Narendra Modi Stadium. In a last-over finish, Tushar Deshpande and Jofra Archer held their nerve to restrict GT to 204/8 while defending 210/6.
Shubman Gill Injured
GT captain Shubman Gill missed the match with a muscle spasm. Rashid Khan led in his absence and nearly pulled off the chase with a cameo, but fell short by 6 runs. Riyan Parag won the toss and chose to bat first — the first captain this season to do so.
Scorecard
| Team | Score | Overs | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan Royals | 210/6 | 20 overs | Won |
| Gujarat Titans | 204/8 | 20 overs | Lost by 6 runs |
Top Performers
| Player | Team | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | RR | Explosive opening |
| Jofra Archer | RR | Match-winning death bowling |
| Tushar Deshpande | RR | Sealed it in final over |
| Rashid Khan (c) | GT | Fighting cameo as captain |
What This Means
RR are now 3-0 and sit at the top of the points table alongside RCB. GT remain winless at 0-3 — their worst start ever. Shubman Gill's fitness is now a major concern for the Titans.