Gujarat Titans will face Sunrisers Hyderabad in Match No. 56 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at Narendra Modi Stadium on Tuesday, May 12.
The Titans have played 11 matches and won seven. Under the leadership of Shubman Gill, they are currently in third place on the points table and are entering this match on a four-game winning streak. Their last game resulted in a strong 77-run victory against Rajasthan Royals on Saturday, May 9.
Sunrisers Hyderabad occupy the second spot in the standings, just behind Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Led by Pat Cummins, SRH had a challenging start to the season, losing three of their initial four matches. However, they have made a significant recovery by winning six of their last seven games and will aim to keep this momentum going.
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad Pitch Report
Narendra Modi Stadium is known for its large size and vibrant crowd atmosphere. This season, the venue generally favors teams batting second, although the pitch maintains a fair balance between bat and ball. Fast bowlers can benefit from the lateral movement, while the surface also suits bowlers who hit the deck hard. Dew in the second innings can make chasing easier, giving an advantage to the team batting second.
IPL Stats and Records at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
| Matches Played | 49 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 24 |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 25 |
| Matches Won Winning Toss | 23 |
| Matches Won Losing Toss | 26 |
| Matches With No Result | 0 |
| Highest Team Total | 243/5 – PBKS |
| Lowest Team Total | 89 – GT |
| Average First Innings Total | 178 |
| Highest Total Successfully Chased | 204/3 – GT |
GT vs SRH Strategies and Match-ups
This match marks the first encounter between Gujarat Titans and Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2026. Both teams are having strong seasons and come into the match with solid winning streaks.
The Titans boast a balanced bowling attack, and the addition of Jason Holder has strengthened both their middle order and pace options. Nonetheless, they heavily depend on their top-order batsmen for scoring runs.
On the other hand, SRH’s batting has faced some ups and downs, affecting their overall consistency. Despite this, their bowling unit has stepped up, providing crucial breakthroughs and helping the team maintain their winning form.