Published on: 16 April 2026
Match Date: 17 April 2026, 7:30 PM IST
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Capacity: 132,000
🏏 GT vs KKR Match Preview
The IPL 2026 action returns to the world’s largest cricket stadium for a high-stakes clash as the Gujarat Titans (GT) host the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the 25th match of the tournament on Friday, 17th April 2026 at 7:30 PM IST.
Gujarat Titans enter this contest in superb form, having secured back-to-back victories after a shaky start to their campaign. Their most recent triumph came against the Lucknow Super Giants, where they successfully chased down 165 with eight balls to spare, thanks to half-centuries from captain Shubman Gill (56) and Jos Buttler (60). Prasidh Krishna was the star with the ball, claiming exceptional figures of 4 for 28.
On the other hand, the Kolkata Knight Riders are enduring a nightmare season. The three-time champions have gone five matches without a win and find themselves rooted to the bottom of the points table. Their only point came from a rain-abandoned game against Punjab Kings. Ajinkya Rahane’s side suffered their most recent defeat against Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk, falling 32 runs short of the target.
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📌 GT vs KKR Match Details at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Gujarat Titans vs Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2026 Match 25 |
| Date & Time | 17 April 2026, 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Capacity | 132,000 |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar – Free live streaming |
| TV Broadcast | Star Sports – TV channel schedule |
| Live Scores | Cricbuzz – Ball-by-ball updates |
| Weather | AccuWeather – Weather forecast |
🏟️ GT vs KKR Pitch Report & Weather – Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
🌾 Pitch Report:
The Narendra Modi Stadium offers one of the most balanced yet batting-friendly decks in the IPL. The surface is predominantly batting-friendly, with true bounce and a quick outfield that encourages stroke-play. Pacers may get some assistance with the new ball due to the 70% red and 30% black soil composition, but the pitch tends to settle into a batting beauty as the game progresses.
Key Stats at Narendra Modi Stadium (IPL history):
- Matches played: 45
- Matches won batting first: 22
- Matches won batting second: 22
- Average first innings score: 177
- Highest total: 243/5 (PBKS)
- Lowest total: 89 (GT)
- Pacers wicket share: 67.4%
- Spinners wicket share: 32.5%
As the evening sets in, the dew factor often comes into play, making the ball difficult for spinners to grip in the second innings. Consequently, captains winning the toss are highly likely to opt for chasing.
☀️ Weather Forecast:
Ahmedabad will be warm and clear with temperatures around 30-33°C during match time. There is no chance of rain, ensuring a full 40-over contest. Humidity will be moderate, and dew is expected to play a role in the second innings.
👉 Real-time weather update: AccuWeather – Weather forecast.
📊 GT vs KKR – Head-to-Head Record
| Stat | GT | KKR |
|---|---|---|
| Total Matches | 5 | 5 |
| Wins | 3 | 1 |
| No Result | 1 | 1 |
| Last IPL Match | GT won by 39 runs | – |
Important Stats:
- GT holds the advantage in the rivalry with 3 wins out of 5 completed matches.
- The last time these two sides met was in IPL 2025, where GT dominated with a 39-run victory.
- Shubman Gill is the leading run-scorer in this fixture, while Rashid Khan tops the wicket-taking charts.
- KKR are winless in their last five matches this season and desperately need a turnaround.
- For more detailed stats, visit ESPNcricinfo – In-depth analysis.
🟢 Gujarat Titans (GT) – Full Squad & Analysis
Captain: Shubman Gill
Coach: Ashish Nehra
👥 GT Full Squad for IPL 2026
Batters & Wicketkeepers:
- Shubman Gill (c)
- Sai Sudharsan
- Jos Buttler (wk)
- Glenn Phillips (wk)
- Tom Banton (wk)
- Anuj Rawat (wk)
- Kumar Kushagra (wk)
- M Shahrukh Khan
All-rounders:
- Rashid Khan
- Rahul Tewatia
- Washington Sundar
- Jason Holder
- Nishant Sindhu
- Manav Suthar
- Jayant Yadav
- Arshad Khan
Bowlers:
- Mohammed Siraj
- Kagiso Rabada
- Prasidh Krishna
- Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore
- Ishant Sharma
- Gurnoor Brar
- Ashok Sharma
- Luke Wood
- Kulwant Khejroliya
GT Strengths:
- Explosive Top Three: Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, and Jos Buttler formed the most productive top three in IPL 2025.
- World-Class Spin Attack: Rashid Khan, Sai Kishore, and Washington Sundar form a formidable spin trio.
- Pace Depth: With Mohammed Siraj, Kagiso Rabada, and Prasidh Krishna, GT possesses one of the most lethal pace attacks.
- Home Fortress: GT have built a reputation for clinical chasing at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
GT Weaknesses:
- Over-reliance on Top Three: The middle and lower order have seen limited game time.
- Fielding Frailties: GT dropped 28 catches in 15 matches last season, the most by any team.
- Death Overs Vulnerability: GT’s fast bowlers have struggled to contain runs in the death overs.
🟣 Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) – Full Squad & Analysis
Captain: Ajinkya Rahane
Coach: Chandrakant Pandit
👥 KKR Full Squad for IPL 2026
Batters & Wicketkeepers:
- Ajinkya Rahane (c)
- Rinku Singh
- Manish Pandey
- Angkrish Raghuvanshi (wk)
- Rovman Powell
- Tim Seifert (wk)
- Finn Allen (wk)
- Rahul Tripathi
- Sarthak Ranjan
All-rounders:
- Sunil Narine
- Cameron Green
- Ramandeep Singh
- Anukul Roy
- Rachin Ravindra
Bowlers:
- Varun Chakaravarthy
- Matheesha Pathirana (will miss first half due to injury)
- Umran Malik
- Vaibhav Arora
- Navdeep Saini
- Kartik Tyagi
- Blessing Muzarabani
- Prashant Solanki
KKR Strengths:
- Potent Spin Duo: Sunil Narine and Varun Chakaravarthy form a world-class spin-bowling combination.
- Explosive Batting Lineup: With Finn Allen, Rinku Singh, Rovman Powell, and Cameron Green, KKR possesses raw power.
- Sunil Narine’s All-Round Value: Narine remains KKR’s most impactful player.
KKR Weaknesses:
- Pace Bowling Concerns: KKR’s pace attack has been a major concern this season due to injuries.
- Rinku Singh’s Poor Form: The designated finisher has struggled for form.
- Five Matches Without a Win: The team is under immense psychological pressure.
🎯 GT vs KKR Predicted Playing XI
GT Predicted Playing XI:
- Shubman Gill (c)
- Sai Sudharsan
- Jos Buttler (wk)
- Washington Sundar
- Glenn Phillips / Shahrukh Khan
- Rahul Tewatia
- Rashid Khan
- Jason Holder / Kagiso Rabada
- Mohammed Siraj
- Prasidh Krishna
- Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore
Impact Player: Shahrukh Khan / Kagiso Rabada
KKR Predicted Playing XI:
- Finn Allen (wk)
- Sunil Narine
- Ajinkya Rahane (c)
- Cameron Green
- Angkrish Raghuvanshi (wk)
- Rinku Singh
- Rovman Powell
- Ramandeep Singh
- Anukul Roy
- Varun Chakaravarthy
- Vaibhav Arora / Navdeep Saini
Impact Player: Vaibhav Arora / Umran Malik
📊 Detailed Betting Odds for GT vs KKR
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🏏 Match Winner & Toss Odds
Total Runs (Match)
| Over/Under Line | Over Odds | Under Odds |
|---|---|---|
| 360.5 | 1.65 | 2.10 |
| 370.5 | 1.85 | 1.85 |
| 380.5 | 2.10 | 1.65 |
Team Total Runs if Batting First
| Team | Over/Under Line | Over Odds | Under Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| GT | 191.5 | 1.65 | 2.05 |
| GT | 196.5 | 1.83 | 1.83 |
| GT | 201.5 | 2.05 | 1.65 |
| KKR | 183.5 | 1.65 | 2.05 |
| KKR | 188.5 | 1.83 | 1.83 |
| KKR | 193.5 | 2.05 | 1.65 |
Session Runs – First 6, 8, 10, 15 Overs (Innings #1)
Gujarat Titans (GT)
| Overs | Over Line | Over Odds | Under Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 overs | 55.5 | 1.68 | 1.98 |
| 6 overs | 57.5 | 1.84 | 1.84 |
| 6 overs | 59.5 | 1.98 | 1.69 |
| 8 overs | 72.5 | 1.67 | 2.00 |
| 8 overs | 74.5 | 1.82 | 1.86 |
| 8 overs | 76.5 | 1.96 | 1.70 |
| 10 overs | 88.5 | 1.70 | 1.96 |
| 10 overs | 91.5 | 1.86 | 1.82 |
| 10 overs | 94.5 | 2.00 | 1.67 |
| 15 overs | 134.5 | 1.68 | 1.98 |
| 15 overs | 138.5 | 1.84 | 1.84 |
| 15 overs | 142.5 | 1.98 | 1.68 |
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
| Overs | Over Line | Over Odds | Under Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 overs | 56.5 | 1.69 | 1.98 |
| 6 overs | 58.5 | 1.84 | 1.84 |
| 6 overs | 60.5 | 1.98 | 1.68 |
| 8 overs | 72.5 | 1.66 | 2.01 |
| 8 overs | 74.5 | 1.82 | 1.86 |
| 8 overs | 76.5 | 1.95 | 1.70 |
| 10 overs | 88.5 | 1.69 | 1.97 |
| 10 overs | 91.5 | 1.85 | 1.83 |
| 10 overs | 94.5 | 1.99 | 1.68 |
| 15 overs | 131.5 | 1.68 | 1.99 |
| 15 overs | 135.5 | 1.83 | 1.85 |
| 15 overs | 139.5 | 1.97 | 1.69 |
🎲 Even/Odd Runs – Both teams: Even Odds 1.89, Odd Odds 1.89
💥 Over #1 Total Runs (Innings #1)
| Over Line | Over Odds | Under Odds |
|---|---|---|
| 6.5 runs | 1.60 | 2.26 |
| 7.5 runs | 1.85 | 1.89 |
| 8.5 runs | 2.20 | 1.63 |
First Boundary will be: 4 runs – 1.22 | 6 runs – 3.33
🏏 Ball-by-Ball Predictions (Ball 1,2,3) – See full tables in blog
🎯 Dismissal Methods – Both teams: Caught 1.30, Bowled 5.35, etc.
Total runs before first dismissal: GT O/U 32.5 (1.85), KKR O/U 22.5 (1.85)
🧢 Player Performance – Individual Total Runs
| Player | Team | Over/Under Line | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shubman Gill | GT | 32.5 | 1.85 / 1.85 |
| Sai Sudharsan | GT | 31.5 | 1.85 / 1.85 |
| Jos Buttler | GT | 29.5 | 1.85 / 1.85 |
🏆 Best Score & Winner After Sessions
| Market | GT Odds | KKR Odds | Draw Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winner after first 6 overs | 1.99 | 1.84 | 15.00 |
| Winner after first 8 overs | 1.90 | 1.89 | 18.00 |
| Winner after first 10 overs | 1.90 | 1.87 | 20.00 |
| Winner after first 15 overs | 1.78 | 1.96 | 25.00 |
📊 Total Wickets, Ducks & Tied Match
| Market | Over/Under | Over Odds | Under Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total wickets | 13.5 | 1.94 | 1.77 |
| Total ducks | 0.5 | 1.62 | 2.21 |
| Tied match | – | Yes: 21.00 | No: 1.01 |
🎯 GT vs KKR Match Predictions (11 Types)
🏏 1. Match Winner Prediction
Prediction: Gujarat Titans (GT) – GT are overwhelming favorites with odds 1.55.
🎲 2. Toss Prediction
Prediction: Kolkata Knight Riders – Toss odds are equal, but KKR might win the toss and bowl first.
🔥 3. Top Batsman Prediction
- GT: Shubman Gill (over 32.5 runs)
- KKR: Sunil Narine / Finn Allen
🎯 4. Top Bowler Prediction
- GT: Rashid Khan / Mohammed Siraj
- KKR: Sunil Narine / Varun Chakaravarthy
📊 5. Total Runs Prediction
- Prediction: 185-205 runs (1st innings)
- Match total: Over 370.5 likely
⏱️ 6. Session / Over Prediction
- Powerplay runs: GT – Over 57.5, KKR – Over 58.5
- Death overs runs: 45-55
💥 7. Boundaries Prediction
- Total fours: 18-24
- Total sixes: 12-18
🧠 8. Player Performance Prediction
- Shubman Gill: 35+ runs
- Jos Buttler: 30+ runs
- Rashid Khan: 2+ wickets
🔄 9. Live Prediction
- If GT’s top three fire, GT’s win probability jumps to 80%.
- If KKR loses early wickets, GT gains massive upper hand.
🌦️ 10. Pitch & Weather Prediction
Batting-friendly, dew expected, no rain.
📈 11. Stats-Based Prediction
- GT lead head-to-head 3-1.
- GT on 2-match winning streak; KKR winless in 5.
- Average first innings score: 177.
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🧠 Final Verdict – GT vs KKR Prediction
Gujarat Titans (GT) are predicted to win – GT enter this contest as overwhelming favorites with odds of 1.55. Their home fortress, two-match winning streak, balanced squad, and KKR’s five-match winless run make this a clear-cut prediction. Expect GT to control the tempo and secure a comfortable victory at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
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Friday, 17 April 2026 at 7:30 PM IST at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
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KKR have gone five matches without a win this season.
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Rashid Khan has the most wickets in this fixture for GT. Follow Cricbuzz for live updates – Ball-by-ball updates.
