Rajasthan Royals (RR) secured a thrilling win against Gujarat Titans (GT) in Match No. 9 of the Indian Premier League(IPL) 2026 on Saturday, April 4, at the Narendra
Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Batting first, RR posted an impressive total of 210/6 in their 20 overs. Yashasvi Jaiswal led the charge with a well-crafted 55 off 36 balls, while Dhruv Jurel played an impressive knock of 75 off 42 deliveries. For GT, Kagiso Rabada was the pick of the bowlers, finishing with figures of 2/42 in his four overs.
In response, GT fought hard but fell just short, managing 204/8 in their 20 overs. Sai Sudharsan anchored the innings with a solid 73 off 44 balls, but lacked consistent support from the other end. Despite a late push from Rabada and Rashid Khan, GT could not cross the finish line. Ravi Bishnoi was the standout performer with the ball for RR, claiming 4/41 in his four overs and playing a crucial role in restricting the opposition. RR ultimately held their nerve to register a six run and exciting victory.
Key Moments from Match 9 of IPL 2026:
1) RR top order’s fiery start
Rajasthan Royals opted to bat first, and their top order delivered a blazing start. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi stitched together a quickfire 70-run partnership in just 38 balls for the opening wicket, setting the tone early. Following the strong start, Jaiswal combined with Dhruv Jurel to add another 56 runs in 37 balls for the second wicket, maintaining the momentum. Jaiswal scored a fluent 55 off 36 balls, hitting six fours and three sixes at a strike rate of 152.78. Jurel complemented him brilliantly with an aggressive 75 off 42 deliveries, which included five fours and five sixes at a strike rate of 178.57.
#RR opening with a BANG 💥
🎥 Scintillating from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 🤌
They move to 69/0 after 6 overs.
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Dynamic Dhruv Jurel 💪
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🎥 Glimpses of his terrific knock of 7⃣5⃣(42) 👏
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2) Sudharsan gets Into rhythm at Motera
Gujarat Titans opener Sai Sudharsan found his rhythm after a disappointing outing in his opening game of IPL 2026. The left-hander played a composed yet aggressive knock, scoring 73 off 44 balls, which included nine fours and three sixes at an impressive strike rate of 165.91. He provided a solid foundation for the chase, stitching together a crucial 78-run partnership in 48 balls for the first wicket with Kumar Kushagra, giving the hosts a strong start.
Half-century up in some style 🙌#TATAIPL 2025 Orange Cap winner Sai Sudharsan scores his first fifty this season 👏
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3) Ravi Bishnoi turns the tide for RR
Leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi played a decisive role in shifting the momentum in Rajasthan Royals’ favour after the hosts looked in control at one stage. Bishnoi delivered a match-winning spell, finishing with impressive figures of 4/41 in his four overs. He struck crucial blows, dismissing Glenn Phillips and Washington Sundar in the same over to dent Gujarat Titans’ chase. Earlier, he removed the well-set Sai Sudharsan in his first over and later accounted for Rahul Tewatia in the closing stages, sealing the game for RR.
Turning the tide 🌊
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🎥 Ravi Bishnoi's double strike that swung the momentum @rajasthanroyals' way ☝️☝️
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