In just 8 meetings across four Indian Premier League seasons, Gujarat Titans have established one of the most lopsided head-to-head records in IPL history against Rajasthan Royals. Gujarat lead the all-time record 6-2 — a 75 percent win rate that places this fixture firmly in one franchise's corner. More remarkably, this dominance began on the grandest stage possible: the 2022 IPL Final.
What makes this rivalry unique is its compressed timeline. Gujarat Titans entered the IPL in 2022, meaning every single meeting between these two sides has occurred within a four-season window from 2022 to 2025. Yet those 8 matches have produced an IPL Final, a Qualifier 1 playoff, 58-run demolitions, dramatic 3-wicket chases, and some of the tournament's most electric individual performances.
All-Time Head-to-Head Record
| Metric | Rajasthan Royals | Gujarat Titans |
|---|---|---|
| Matches won | 2 | 6 |
| Win percentage | 25% | 75% |
| Biggest victory (by runs) | — | 58 runs (2025) |
| Biggest victory (by wickets) | 8 wickets (2025) | 9 wickets (2023) |
| IPL titles won | 1 (2008) | 1 (2022) |
| IPL Finals appearances | 2 (2008, 2022) | 2 (2022, 2023) |
Gujarat Titans have won this fixture by every conceivable margin — from comfortable 9-wicket strolls to knife-edge 3-wicket thrillers. Rajasthan Royals' 2 victories, by contrast, came in 2023 and 2025, suggesting the balance of power may be gradually shifting.
Last 5 Meetings
| Date | Season | Venue | Winner | Margin | Player of the Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Apr 2025 | IPL 2025 | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur | Rajasthan Royals | 8 wickets | Vaibhav Suryavanshi |
| 9 Apr 2025 | IPL 2025 | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | Gujarat Titans | 58 runs | Sai Sudharsan |
| 10 Apr 2024 | IPL 2024 | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur | Gujarat Titans | 3 wickets | Rashid Khan |
| 5 May 2023 | IPL 2023 | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur | Gujarat Titans | 9 wickets | Rashid Khan |
| 16 Apr 2023 | IPL 2023 | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | Rajasthan Royals | 3 wickets | Shimron Hetmyer |
The most recent five encounters paint a vivid picture of Gujarat's sustained superiority. Between April 2023 and April 2025, Gujarat won 3 of 5 meetings, including a 58-run hammering at their home ground in Ahmedabad and a clinical 9-wicket demolition in Jaipur. Rajasthan Royals' response came through two contrasting victories — a gritty 3-wicket chase in 2023 powered by Shimron Hetmyer, and a comprehensive 8-wicket thrashing in 2025 where teenage sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi announced himself on the IPL stage.
Defining Moments
The 2022 IPL Final — A Rivalry Born on the Grandest Stage
No fixture in this head-to-head carries more weight than the 2022 IPL Final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. In their debut season, Gujarat Titans met Rajasthan Royals in the title decider on 29 May 2022. The Royals, appearing in their first final since their inaugural title triumph in 2008, were restricted to a below-par total as Hardik Pandya starred with the ball. Gujarat chased down the target with 7 wickets in hand, clinching the IPL trophy in their very first season — a feat matched only by Rajasthan Royals themselves 14 years earlier.
The final was the third time the two sides met in 2022 alone. Gujarat had already beaten Rajasthan by 37 runs in the league stage on 14 April 2022 at the DY Patil Sports Academy in Mumbai, and then defeated them again in Qualifier 1 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Three meetings in one season, three Gujarat wins — culminating in the ultimate prize. A rivalry born in absolute dominance.
The 58-Run Demolition at Ahmedabad (2025)
On 9 April 2025, Gujarat Titans recorded the largest victory by runs in this fixture's history. Playing at their home fortress in Ahmedabad, Gujarat posted an imposing total and then bowled Rajasthan Royals out 58 runs short. Sai Sudharsan earned the Player of the Match award for a commanding batting display that left the visiting side with no answers. The result underscored a recurring theme in this rivalry: when Gujarat perform at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Rajasthan have consistently struggled. Gujarat have won 2 of 3 meetings at that venue, and both victories came by emphatic margins.
Shimron Hetmyer's Heist in Ahmedabad (2023)
Rajasthan Royals' first-ever victory over Gujarat Titans arrived on 16 April 2023 — and it came in the unlikeliest of venues. At the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat's own backyard, Rajasthan chased down the target with just 3 wickets to spare. Shimron Hetmyer was named Player of the Match for a finishing masterclass that finally broke Gujarat's stranglehold over this fixture. It took 5 meetings and 13 months for Rajasthan to register their first win against the Titans, but when it arrived, it came deep in opposition territory. That psychological barrier, once broken, opened the door to further Royals victories.
Venue Split
| Venue | Meetings | Rajasthan Royals Wins | Gujarat Titans Wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| DY Patil Sports Academy, Mumbai | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 1 | 0 | 1 |
The venue data reveals a surprising truth: home advantage has barely mattered in this rivalry. At the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad — Gujarat's home ground — the Titans lead only 2-1. At the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur — Rajasthan's fortress — Gujarat also lead 2-1. Both franchises have managed exactly 1 away victory in each other's backyard, demonstrating that form and matchups have trumped home comfort in this fixture. The remaining 2 meetings took place at neutral venues during the 2022 season (Mumbai and Kolkata), both won by Gujarat.
The even 3-3 split between Ahmedabad and Jaipur suggests these two teams will continue to produce competitive encounters regardless of location. The significant gap in the overall record (6-2) is driven entirely by neutral-venue results and Gujarat's clean sweep in their debut 2022 season.
Gujarat's Era of Dominance: 2022 to 2024
Between their IPL debut in 2022 and the end of the 2024 season, Gujarat Titans won 5 of their first 6 meetings against Rajasthan Royals. This three-season stretch included the 2022 IPL Final, two comprehensive league-stage victories, and Rashid Khan's back-to-back Player of the Match performances in 2023 and 2024.
Rashid Khan deserves special mention in this rivalry's narrative. The Afghan leg-spinner was named Player of the Match in both the May 2023 encounter (a 9-wicket win at Jaipur) and the April 2024 match (a 3-wicket win at Jaipur). Across those two fixtures at the same ground, Rashid proved the decisive force with both ball and bat, turning seemingly competitive Rajasthan home matches into Gujarat celebrations. His 2 Player of the Match awards in this fixture are more than any other individual on either side.
The 2025 season offered the first tangible signs of a shift in power. While Gujarat still won one of two meetings that year (the 58-run demolition in Ahmedabad), Rajasthan's emphatic 8-wicket response at Jaipur — with teenager Vaibhav Suryavanshi earning the Player of the Match award — indicated that the Royals were beginning to close the competitive gap that had defined the fixture's early years.
The Rivalry's Place in IPL History
The Rajasthan Royals versus Gujarat Titans fixture is the youngest major rivalry in the Indian Premier League, dating back only to Gujarat's entry in 2022. Yet in just 8 matches it has already produced an IPL Final, a Qualifier 1 playoff, and some of the tournament's most memorable individual displays — from Hardik Pandya's all-round final masterclass to Rashid Khan's twin Jaipur demolitions to Vaibhav Suryavanshi's breakout performance.
What gives this rivalry its unique character is the mirrored origin stories of both franchises. Rajasthan Royals won the IPL in their inaugural season in 2008 under Shane Warne. Gujarat Titans replicated that identical feat in 2022 under Hardik Pandya — and they did so by defeating Rajasthan in the final. Both teams represent cricket cities outside the traditional power centres of Mumbai, Delhi, and Bangalore. Both have built their identities around astute drafting, unearthing young talent, and consistently punching above their weight.
As both franchises continue to evolve through mega auctions and generational squad transitions, the Rajasthan Royals versus Gujarat Titans fixture will be revisited every IPL season — and if the first 8 meetings are any indication, it will continue to deliver high-stakes, high-quality cricket that belies the rivalry's youth.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the head-to-head record between Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans in IPL?
Gujarat Titans lead the all-time head-to-head record 6-2 across 8 IPL meetings spanning 2022 to 2025. Gujarat have a win percentage of 75 percent in this fixture, making it one of the most one-sided rivalries among current IPL franchises.
Have Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans met in an IPL Final?
Yes. The two teams met in the 2022 IPL Final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on 29 May 2022. Gujarat Titans won by 7 wickets to clinch the IPL trophy in their debut season, while it was Rajasthan Royals' first final appearance since winning the inaugural title in 2008.
What is the biggest victory in the RR vs GT rivalry?
The largest victory by runs was Gujarat Titans' 58-run win at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on 9 April 2025, with Sai Sudharsan earning the Player of the Match award. The biggest win by wickets was Gujarat's 9-wicket demolition at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on 5 May 2023, where Rashid Khan was named Player of the Match.
What was the closest match between Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans?
Two matches in this rivalry were decided by exactly 3 wickets. On 16 April 2023, Rajasthan Royals won by 3 wickets at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, with Shimron Hetmyer earning the Player of the Match award. On 10 April 2024, Gujarat Titans won by 3 wickets at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, with Rashid Khan proving the difference.
Which venue has hosted the most RR vs GT matches?
Two venues share the record with 3 meetings each: the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad (Gujarat Titans' home) and the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur (Rajasthan Royals' home). At both venues, Gujarat Titans lead 2-1, demonstrating their ability to win even in Rajasthan's backyard.
Who has won the most Player of the Match awards in RR vs GT fixtures?
Rashid Khan holds the record with 2 Player of the Match awards in this fixture, both earned while representing Gujarat Titans in May 2023 and April 2024. Hardik Pandya also earned the award in the very first meeting between these two sides in April 2022.
Where can fans watch Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans matches live?
All IPL matches, including Rajasthan Royals versus Gujarat Titans fixtures, are broadcast live on JioStar across India. Matches are also available for live streaming on the JioCinema digital platform.