Preview

RCB vs GT: Although GT has sealed a top-two spot, the upcoming game is going to a crucial one in the context of the tournament. A win for RCB will almost seal their playoff spot while a loss would help the likes of PBKS, SRH and KKR retain hopes of qualification. RCB are known to fade a touch towards the end and this season has been tough for them despite being in a good position on the points table. Their stars haven’t been too consistent and Virat Kohli’s form continues to be a concern as he continues to look for a big score.

Match Details

Match: RCB vs GT

Date: 19th May 2022

Time: 7:30 PM IST

Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

Weather Report

The weather for the upcoming game is clear with no chance of rain throughout the RCB vs GT fixture.

Pitch Report

The Mumbai track is dry with patches of live grass allowing for some early swing movement before being helpful for the spinners. Batting first is a better option.

RCB vs GT Predicted Playing XI

RCB Playing XI

Faf du Plessis (capt), Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Glenn Maxwell, Shahbaz Ahmed, Mahipal Lomror, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Wanindu Hasaranga, Harshal Patel, Mohammed Siraj, Josh Hazlewood

GT Playing XI

Shubman Gill, Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Hardik Pandya (capt), David Miller, Rahul Tewatia, Sai Kishore, Rashid Khan, Alzarri Joseph, Lockie Ferguson, Mohammed Shami, Yash Dayal

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Team News

Both sides are likely to remain unchanged for the upcoming fixture.

Key Players

Wriddhiman Saha

Wriddhiman Saha has been in wonderful form this season helping a side that seemed light on batting after the auction. He is scoring runs with ease and has a few high scores as well. He is starting well and giving Gujarat strong starts for their all-rounders to build on and he will be one to watch out for.

Virat Kohli

A big game is ahead for RCB and it is probably the best time for their biggest superstar to rise to the occasion. Virat Kohli has struggled all season, finding new ways to get out, and despite looking fluent last game, he has missed out on a chance to score big.

RCB vs GT Match Tips

Although RCB have a lot more to play for, their line-up hasn’t been in the best of form and that may make it difficult for them to get past the Gujarat Titans, who are in brilliant touch.

Match Prediction: GT will win the match.