Yashasvi Jaiswal, one of the pillars of Rajasthan Royals' batting lineup, will once again be central to their plans when they take on Gujarat Titans in their IPL 2026 clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
The left-hander has grown into one of the most reliable top-order batters in the league, and his role at the top becomes even more crucial as Rajasthan look to maintain their early-season momentum. After a strong start to IPL 2026, Jaiswal will aim to provide another aggressive opening platform against a Gujarat Titans attack that boasts quality pace and spin options.
Jaiswal enjoyed an impressive campaign last season, scoring 559 runs in 14 matches, finishing as Rajasthan Royals' leading run-scorer. His consistency at the top allowed
the Royals to dictate tempo early in matches, often putting opposition bowlers under pressure inside the powerplay.
With Gujarat Titans historically holding the upper hand in the head-to-head rivalry, Rajasthan will be banking on Jaiswal to neutralise the new-ball threat and lay the foundation for the middle order. A fluent start from him at the top could once again tilt momentum in Rajasthan's favour.
Milestones to Watch
The left-hander is also closing in on several key personal milestones, adding extra significance to his upcoming appearances:
- 7 sixes away from 100 IPL sixes
- 5 sixes away from 150 sixes as an opener in T20s
- 16 runs away from 3000 T20 runs in India
With Rajasthan Royals aiming to extend their positive start and challenge Gujarat Titans at a venue that holds historical significance in this rivalry, much will depend on how effectively Jaiswal sets the tone at the top of the order.
Yashasvi Jaiswal Match-By-Match Performance
Jaiswal began IPL 2026 with a steady contribution in Rajasthan Royals' season opener against Chennai Super Kings, helping stabilise the innings before the Royals sealed a convincing win.
vs Chennai Super Kings: 38 off 36 balls (3 fours, 1 six)
Yashasvi Jaiswal IPL Career Stats
| Category | IPL Career |
|---|---|
| Matches | 69 |
| Innings | 69 |
| Total Runs | 2,200 |
| Batting Average | 32.84 |
| Strike Rate | 150.57 |
| Centuries (100s) | 2 |
| Half-centuries (50s) | 15 |
| Sixes | 93 |
| Highest Score | 124 (vs MI, 2023) |
Yashasvi Jaiswal List Of IPL Centuries
| Sl No. | Date | Score | Opponent | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | April 30, 2023 | 124 (62) | Mumbai Indians (MI) | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 2 | April 22, 2024 | 104* (60) | Mumbai Indians (MI) | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
IPL Salary Evolution
| Sl No. | Season | Team | Salary (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2020-21 | Rajasthan Royals | ₹2.40 Crore |
| 2 | 2021-22 | Rajasthan Royals | ₹2.40 Crore |
| 3 | 2022-23 | Rajasthan Royals | ₹4.00 Crore |
| 4 | 2023-24 | Rajasthan Royals | ₹4.00 Crore |
| 5 | 2024-25 | Rajasthan Royals | ₹4.00 Crore |
| 6 | 2025-26 | Rajasthan Royals | ₹18.00 Crore |
