IPL 2026 Qualifier: Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans Set for Rain-Impacted Clash

Exciting Showdown in IPL 2026 Qualifier

Today marks a crucial moment in the 2026 Indian Premier League as the Rajasthan Royals (RR) take on the Gujarat Titans (GT) in the second qualifier at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium located in New Chandigarh. The victorious team will advance to face the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Sunday, May 31, at the Narendra Modi Stadium. However, the match is under the threat of rain due to unexpected showers in northern India this week, raising concerns about potential delays, shortened play, or even cancellation. Fortunately, there is a provision for an additional hour before overs are lost in playoff matches. If the game begins within two hours of the scheduled start, it will proceed as a full 20-over match. Notably, there is no reserve day available for this qualifier.

Weather Forecast for GT vs RR IPL 2026 Qualifier 2

According to the BBC Weather report, there is a 25-56% likelihood of rain during the match, which is set to commence at 7:30 PM IST, peaking at a 10:30 PM IST probability. The chances of rain remain consistent throughout the evening, with potential showers expected in the early morning hours.

New Chandigarh Weather Update for May 29, 2026

In terms of team performance, the Titans enter this match following a significant 92-run loss to RCB in the first qualifier held in Dharamshala. They concluded the league stage in second place. Conversely, the Royals secured fourth place and triumphed over the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the eliminator by 47 runs, with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivering an outstanding performance, scoring 97 runs off just 29 balls. This encounter will be the third meeting between GT and RR in the 2026 IPL, with each team having claimed one victory so far. Interestingly, both previous matches were won by the visiting teams, with RR winning in Jaipur and GT achieving victory at the same venue.