Rajasthan Royals beat Gujarat Titans by 6 runs in a thrilling match at the Narendra Modi Stadium on April 4, 2026. The match was full of big shots, key wickets, and last over drama. Rajasthan Royals scored 210 for 6 in 20 overs and then stopped Gujarat Titans at 204 for 8. Ravi Bishnoi was named Player of the Match for his brilliant bowling spell of 4 wickets for 41 runs. With this win, Rajasthan Royals stayed unbeaten in the season, while Gujarat Titans suffered another close loss.
Match Summary
The game was decided in the final over when the Gujarat Titans needed 11 runs to win. Tushar Deshpande bowled a calm and smart over, giving away only 4 runs and taking the wicket of Rashid Khan. His performance helped the Rajasthan Royals secure an important win. The match remained close until the last ball, making it exciting for the fans.
Rajasthan Royals batting performance
Rajasthan Royals got a strong start from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal. The pair added 70 runs in just 38 balls and gave the team early momentum. Both batters played attacking shots and kept the pressure on the bowlers.
Dhruv Jurel played a key role in the middle and death overs. He scored an unbeaten 75 runs from 39 balls. His innings included powerful hits and smart running between the wickets. Jurel helped the team cross the 200-run mark, which proved very important in the end. Kagiso Rabada was the best bowler for the Gujarat Titans, taking 2 wickets for 42 runs.
Gujarat Titans chase
Gujarat Titans played without regular captain Shubman Gill, who missed the match due to a muscle problem. Rashid Khan led the side in his absence. Sai Sudharsan played a brilliant innings, scoring 73 runs. His batting kept the Gujarat Titans in control for a long time, and the team looked set to win at one stage.
The match changed during Ravi Bishnoi’s spell. He took 4 important wickets and slowed down the scoring rate. Gujarat Titans lost wickets quickly, and the pressure increased in the final overs. Rashid Khan and Kagiso Rabada fought back and added 35 runs together, bringing the match very close.
Impact on points table
This win helped the Rajasthan Royals reach the top of the points table, with two wins in two matches. The team looks confident and balanced in both batting and bowling. Gujarat Titans, on the other hand, have now lost two close matches and will look to improve in the upcoming games. The match showcased strong performances from both teams and delivered an exciting contest.
