RCB vs GT: Patidar Elects to Field in Crucial IPL Clash

In a crucial IPL match, RCB's captain Rajat Patidar won the toss and chose to field against the Gujarat Titans. This game is significant for both teams as they vie for playoff positions. With RCB looking to recover from a recent loss and GT aiming to bounce back from a heavy defeat, the stakes are high. Key players like Jason Holder are making their debuts, adding to the excitement. Read on for detailed team lineups and insights into this thrilling encounter.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 25, 2026, 02:05 IST

RCB Skipper Wins Toss Against Gujarat Titans

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 24: In a pivotal match of the Indian Premier League (IPL), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Rajat Patidar won the toss and chose to field first against the Gujarat Titans (GT) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Friday.

This match marks RCB's last home game of the season, and they are keen to recover from their recent defeat to the Delhi Capitals.

On the other hand, the Gujarat Titans are looking to bounce back after suffering a heavy 99-run defeat to the Mumbai Indians.

With RCB currently holding 8 points and GT trailing closely with 6, this match is crucial for both teams in their quest for playoff positions.

Jason Holder is making his debut for the Gujarat Titans, receiving his cap from Kagiso Rabada.

Patidar commented, “We will field first. There’s one change – Salty is injured, and Bethell is in. We are evaluating the wicket and the situation effectively, and our planning has been solid. This pitch appears favorable for batting, but it may be a bit tacky in the first innings.”

GT captain Shubman Gill added, “Chasing is generally good here, but we aim to have a strong performance. It’s essential to assess the conditions early and establish a solid foundation. Matches like the one against MI can occur in such a competitive tournament, but we are focusing on the positives. We have made two changes: Jason Holder is playing, and Manav Suthar returns.”

Gujarat Titans (Playing XI): Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill(c), Jos Buttler(w), Washington Sundar, Shahrukh Khan, Jason Holder, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Manav Suthar, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj.

Gujarat Titans Impact Subs: Prasidh Krishna, Anuj Rawat, Glenn Phillips, Nishant Sindhu, Arshad Khan.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Playing XI): Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar(c), Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma, Rasikh Salam Dar.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Impact Subs: Jacob Bethell, Jordan Cox, Mangesh Yadav, Vicky Ostwal, Venkatesh Iyer.