The Rajasthan Royals (RR) will face off against the Gujarat Titans (GT) in Jaipur at 7.30pm IST (2pm GMT).
Team news and Impact Player strategies
For the Rajasthan Royals, there are positive updates as Sandeep Sharma, who missed the last two games, is progressing in his recovery and could return for selection post the Titans game, as shared by assistant coach Trevor Penney.
The Royals have also seen Shubham Dubey stepping in as an Impact Player for Yuzvendra Chahal in recent matches, a strategy they might continue. Additionally, the return of a fit Navdeep Saini from the National Cricket Academy (NCA) bolsters their options.
The likely XII for the Rajasthan Royals includes Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson (captain & wicketkeeper), Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel, R Ashwin, Trent Boult, Avesh Khan, Nandre Burger, Yuzvendra Chahal, and Shubham Dubey.
Turning to the Gujarat Titans, there are uncertainties regarding David Miller’s fitness for the Royals clash, although fast bowler Spencer Johnson suggests he is nearing full match fitness.
Wriddhiman Saha’s availability remains unclear following his absence in the previous game due to a back spasm. With Vijay Shankar’s form a concern, the Titans might consider bringing in Shahrukh Khan or Abhinav Manohar to strengthen the middle order.
There’s also a possibility of Matthew Wade replacing Kane Williamson, who has appeared sluggish in recent games; Wade’s inclusion also adds a wicket-keeping option, particularly if Saha is unavailable. Mohit Sharma has been consistently utilized as Titans’ designated Impact Player substitution.
The likely XII for the Gujarat Titans features Shubman Gill (captain), Sai Sudharsan, Kane Williamson/Matthew Wade, BR Sharath (wicketkeeper), Vijay Shankar/Abhinav Manohar, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Darshan Nalkande, Noor Ahmad, Umesh Yadav, Spencer Johnson, and Mohit Sharma.