Jaipur, 10 May (H.S.): Gujarat Titans delivered a stellar performance to defeat Rajasthan Royals by 77 runs, registering their fourth consecutive victory in IPL 2026. In the match played at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, Gujarat batted first to post a massive score of 229 runs and then dominated with their bowling to put Rajasthan under complete pressure.

Rajasthan won the toss and elected to bowl first, but Gujarat's batsmen displayed aggressive intent from the outset. The team scored 229 runs for the loss of 3 wickets in 20 overs. Captain Shubman Gill smashed a brilliant half-century off 44 balls, including 9 fours and 3 sixes. Meanwhile, Sai Sudharsan played a quickfire innings of 55 runs off 36 balls, featuring 6 fours and 2 sixes.

From Rajasthan's side, young bowler Brijesh Sharma claimed 2 wickets, but the other bowlers failed to contain Gujarat's batsmen.

Coming out to chase a massive target of 230 runs, Rajasthan had a poor start. The team lost wickets at regular intervals and was all out for 152 runs in 16.3 overs. No Rajasthan batsman could score a half-century. Ravindra Jadeja top-scored with 38 runs, while young batsman Vaibhav Suryavanshi played a brisk 36 runs off 16 balls.

Rashid Khan played a pivotal role in Gujarat's victory. He took 4 wickets for 33 runs, shattering Rajasthan's batting lineup. Jason Holder claimed 3 wickets, Kagiso Rabada took 2, and Mohammed Siraj picked up 1.

With this win, Gujarat Titans have further strengthened their position in the points table, while Rajasthan Royals are increasingly concerned about their consistent poor performances.

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