IPL 2023: GT vs RR, today’s match prediction – It is a rematch of the IPL 2022 final as Gujarat Titans face Rajasthan Royals in the 23rd match of IPL 2023. Two teams that had great seasons last year are looking good this time too. While RR are the table toppers, GT is at the third position. Let us see how these two fare against each other at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Focus on Boult as RR look to get him back
Rajasthan Royals played their last match against CSK without their premium fast bowler Trent Boult. The Kiwi bowler missed the game due to an injury and all eyes will be on him for this game. Rajasthan have 3 wins from 4 matches and will be looking for another win against Hardik Pandya’s side.
Titans would like to continue the winning streak
Gujarat Titans have also lost only one out of four matches. They suffered a close defeat against KKR but bounced back with a 6-wicket win over PBKS in Friday’s game. In particular, Rashid Khan will be crucial for them as he has a good record against many RR batsmen.
pitch and weather report
The average first innings in a T20I match at this venue is 160. In the second innings it comes down to 137 runs. The Narendra Modi Stadium offers a slow wicket at the start of the match. It adapts to bowlers over time as the game progresses.
The temperature is expected to remain clear during the match. There is no prediction of rain and the temperature is expected to be around 26 degree to 39 degree.
Best batsman of the match:
Sanju Samson can be a batsman to watch. He enjoys playing against Mohammed Shami and has scored 54 against him in just 28 balls.
Best bowler of the match:
Rashid Khan is a bowler to watch. He has troubled players like Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson and Shimron Hetmyer.
Match Winner Prediction: Gujarat Titans