Gujarat Titans (GT) are set to take on Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Match No. 25 of the Indian Premier League 2026 on April 17 at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
Gujarat Titans currently sit sixth on the points table with two wins from four matches. After a shaky start with back-to-back losses, they bounced back strongly with consecutive victories, gaining valuable momentum. Riding high on confidence, GT will look to continue their winning run and secure their third victory of the season.
On the other hand, Kolkata Knight Riders find themselves at the bottom of the standings, having lost all four of their matches so far. The three-time champions have struggled to find consistency and are yet to register their first win of the campaign. KKR will be eager to turn things around and open their account on the points table in this crucial encounter.
GT vs KKR: Match Details
| Match | Gujarat Titans vs Kolkata Knight Riders, Match 25, IPL 2026 |
| Date and Time | Friday, April 17, 7:30 PM |
| Venue |
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
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| Broadcast and Match | JioStar Network Channels and JioHotstar (App & Website) |
Narendra Modi Stadium – Pitch Report
The Narendra Modi Stadium generally offers a batting-friendly surface, allowing batters to score freely, especially in the early stages of the match. However, as the game progresses, the pitch tends to slow down, bringing bowlers into play. This change in conditions, particularly during the latter part of the match, can help bowlers extract more assistance and pick up wickets. Despite this, batters who settle in can still make the most of the conditions and post competitive totals.
GT vs KKR: Head-to-Head T20 Record
| Matches Played | 04 |
| Won by Gujarat Titans | 03 |
| Won by Kolkata Knight Riders | 01 |
| Tied | 00 |
| No Result | 00 |
| First-ever Fixture | April 23, 2022 (GT Won) |
| Most-recent Fixture | April 21, 2025 (GT Won) |
GT vs KKR Predicted Playing 11s
Gujarat Titans (GT):
Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (C), Jos Buttler (WK), Washington Sundar, Glenn Phillips, Rahul Tewatia,, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Ashok Sharma, Prasidh Krishna
Impact Player: Shahrukh Khan
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):
Finn Allen, Ajinkya Rahane (C), Cameron Green, Angkrish Raghuvanshi (WK), Rovman Powell, Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Anukul Roy, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakravarthy, Kartik Tyagi
Impact Player: Vaibhav Arora
GT vs KKR: Probable Best Performers of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Shubman Gill
Shubman Gill could be the key batter for Gujarat Titans in this clash. The skipper has scored 165 runs in three matches at an impressive average of over 50, showcasing strong form at the top of the order. His role will be crucial in providing a solid start, and if he gets going, he has the ability to anchor the innings while accelerating when needed. Gill’s presence at the crease can help Gujarat post a big total, potentially pushing their score beyond the 200-run mark and putting the opposition under pressure.
Probable Best Bowler: Prasidh Krishna
Prasidh Krishna could be the key bowler for Gujarat Titans in this clash. The right-arm pacer has taken 10 wickets in four innings and is currently leading the Purple Cap race. His ability to strike in both the middle and death overs makes him a vital asset. Prasidh can break crucial partnerships and restrict the flow of runs, often turning the game in his team’s favour with timely wickets.
