GT vs KKR Toss Result Today IPL 2026: The match between Gujarat Titans and Kolkata Knight Riders is being played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. KKR has chosen to bat first, and the match starts at 7:30 PM IST. Fans in India can watch it on Star Sports Network, while live streaming is available on the JioHotstar app and website.
Coming into this game, Gujarat Titans are in better shape. They have picked up momentum with two back-to-back wins. They currently sit mid-table with 4 points. Their bowling unit include Rashid Khan and Prasidh Krishna.
On the other hand, Kolkata Knight Riders are struggling badly. They are still winless this season. They sit at the bottom with just 1 point. Their batting has not clicked, and players like Ajinkya Rahane will need to step up.
In head-to-head record, Gujarat Titans have had the edge. They have won 3 out of 5 matches. It gives them a slight advantage going into this game.
GT vs KKR IPL 2026: Playing XIs
Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna, and Rashid Khan, has been very strong this season. They will be up against a struggling KKR batting lineup. Players like Cameron Green have not been in form. It could become difficult for them to recover, if KKR lose early wickets.
A key moment in the match will be the face-off between Prasidh Krishna and Ajinkya Rahane. Prasidh has been picking wickets regularly. Rahane is one of the few batters holding the innings together. This battle can decide how KKR start.
Another important phase will be when Rashid Khan bowls against Sunil Narine. Both are top T20 spinners, and whoever controls the middle overs better can shift the game.
At the top, Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan give GT strong starts. Their new-ball bowlers will need early wickets to stop them. Otherwise GT can take control quickly on a batting-friendly pitch.
Here is a look at the team lineup of GT vs KKR in the IPL 2026:
| GT (Playing XI) | KKR (Playing XI) |
| Shubman Gill (capt) | Tim Seifert |
| B Sai Sudharsan | Sunil Narine |
| Jos Buttler (wk) | Ajinkya Rahane (capt) |
| Washington Sundar | Angkrish Raghuvanshi |
| Glenn Phillips | Cameron Green |
| Rahul Tewatia | Rinku Singh |
| Mohammed Siraj | Ramandeep Singh |
| Rashid Khan | Rovman Powell |
| Kagiso Rabada | Anukul Roy |
| Ashok Sharma | Vaibhav Arora |
| Prasidh Krishna | Kartik Tyagi |
Weather and Pitch Report for GT vs KKR IPL 2026
At the Narendra Modi Stadium, the pitch is expected to be very good for batting. It has true bounce and carry, which helps batters play their shots freely, especially in the powerplay. The scoring rate here is high, so a big total is likely. Fast bowlers can get a bit of movement early with the new ball.
Weather in Ahmedabad will be hot and dry, with temperatures around 31°C to 34°C. There is no rain expected, so the match should go on without any interruption.
In India, the match will be available on Star Sports Network, with live streaming on the JioHotstar app and website. In USA and Canada, fans can watch it on Willow TV, with streaming through the Willow TV app. In the UK, the match will be shown on Sky Sports, with streaming on Sky Go.
FAQs
Q. Where is the GT vs KKR match?
A. The match is on April 17, 2026 at Narendra Modi Stadium.
Q. Where to watch the match?
A. Live on Star Sports and streaming on JioHotstar.
Q. Which team is in better form?
A. Gujarat Titans have 2 wins in a row, while Kolkata Knight Riders are still winless.
Q. What is the head-to-head record?
A. GT lead 3–1, with 1 match tied in 5 games.
Q. What are the key battles in the match?
A. Prasidh Krishna vs Ajinkya Rahane, and Rashid Khan vs Sunil Narine will be important.
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