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In one of the crucial matchups of IPL 2026, the hosts Gujarat Titans (GT) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will be clashing in the 56th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Gujarat on Tuesday, 12th May. While GT aims to extend its winning streak to five matches, SRH will be aiming to regain its top spot. However, a win for any team here will take them to the top spot. 

 

Gujarat Titans

 

The Gujarat Titans are on a winning roll, winning their previous four matches in the tournament before heading into this game. They are playing really good cricket, especially at their home ground in Ahmedabad. They defeated the Rajasthan Royals in their previous match by a big margin of 77 runs. While batting first, GT posted a mammoth score of 229 for 4 in their 20 overs, thanks to the brilliant half-centuries from Sai Sudharsan (55) and Shubman Gill (84). Washington Sundar also played well with the bat, scoring 37 runs off just 20 deliveries. In bowling, GT bowlers were all over RR, restricting them to just 152 runs. Jason Holder grabbed three wickets, and Rashid Khan took four. The Titans are currently placed third in the points table with 14 points. 

 

Sunrisers Hyderabad

 

The Sunrisers Hyderabad's form has been brilliant; they are currently sitting in the second spot with 14 points in their 11 matches. They have a stellar form on their back, winning four out of their last five matches. They are coming into this match after beating the Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 33 runs. While batting first, SRH posted a massive total of 235 runs in their 20 overs, thanks to the brilliant half-centuries from Ishan Kishan and Heinrich Klaasen. In reply, PBKS could only manage to reach 202 runs in their 20 overs. Pat Cummins and Shivang Kumar were the best bowlers, taking two wickets each in their spell. 

 

GT vs SRH Match Details

 

GT vs SRH IPL Match Details
Match	GT vs SRH 56th T20 IPL Match
Date and Time	Tuesday, May 12th; 7:30 p.m. IST
Venue	Narendra Modi Stadium, Gujarat
Broadcasting and live streaming	TV- Star Sports Network, Live Stream- JioHotstar

 

GT vs SRH Pitch Report

 

The Narendra Modi Stadium pitch provides a flat surface, helping all the explosive powers of the T20 batters to score big runs. The surface enables batters to play their shots because it delivers strong pace and bounce, while fast bowlers can expect some assistance from the new ball during the initial stages of the match. The last match at this venue also saw high scores from both teams. The average first-inning total at this venue is expected to be 185. 

 

GT vs SRH Weather Report

 

The weather is expected to remain humid and partly cloudy, with no rain predicted during the game. Although this is an evening game, the surroundings might feel a high percentage of humidity around. The temperatures are likely to hover around 26-32 °C.

 

GT vs SRH Head-to-Head Records

 

GT vs SRH head-to-head (in T20s)
Match Played	7
Won by Gujarat Titans	5
Won by Sunrisers Hyderabad	1
Tied	0
No Result	1

 

GT vs SRH Probable XI

 

• Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill, Jos Buttler, Sai Sudharsan, Rahul Tewatia, Jason Holder, Washington Sundar, Rashid Khan, Mohammed Siraj, Kagiso Rabada, Arshad Khan, Nishant Sindhu

 

         (Impact Players - Kumar Kushagra, Sai Kishore, Manav Suthar, Jayant Yadav)

 

• Sunrisers Hyderabad: Ishan Kishan (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Heinrich Klaasen, Salil Arora, Shivang Kumar, Nitish Reddy, Aniket Verma, Eshan Malinga, Pat Cummins (c), Travis Head, Sakib Hussain.

   

  (Impact Players - Krains Fuletra, Harsh Dubey, Gerald Coetzee, Zeeshan Ansari)

 

Players To Watch Out For in the GT vs SRH IPL Match

 

• Subhman Gill | GT: The GT skipper is in sublime touch in the tournament, sitting in the fourth spot of the highest run-scorer of this season. He has scored 462 runs in just 10 matches at an impressive average of 46.2. He is someone who can play a good knock, especially at the Narendra Modi Stadium, the surface suits his batting style. He will be coming into this match after scoring 84 off 44 in the last game against the RR. He will be a player to watch out for. 

 

• Sai Sudharsan | GT: This left-hand GT opener has been performing brilliantly so far in the tournament with his batting form. He has scored three half-centuries and one century in his last five outings. He will be coming into this match on the back of brilliant form, scoring 55 runs against RR in the last match. He has scored 440 runs in 11 games. He is expected to deliver in this match as well. 

 

• Abhishek Sharma | SRH: This left-handed batter has been SRH's best batter in this season. He is currently sitting at the second spot on the Orange Cap holder's list with 475 runs in 11 matches and will be a player to watch out for. He has already smashed three half-centuries and one century to his name this season. His last five innings read: 35, 15, 45, 57, and 135*. 

 

• Heinrich Klaasen | SRH: This power-hitting machine has been creating mayhem with his batting this season, currently sitting in the top spot of the highest run-scorer list with 494 runs in 11 matches at a batting average of 54.89, including five half-centuries. He has been striking at 157.32. His last three innings read: 69, 11, and 65*. 

 

GT vs SRH Toss Prediction

 

Historical Toss-Winning Stats at the Venue

 

• In the 8 T20 matches played here, the toss-winning teams have opted to bowl on five occasions and bat on three.

 

Advantages of Batting First on This Pitch

 

• In the 102 T20 matches played at this venue, it has been recorded that the team batting first has registered victory in 56 games, while teams batting second have won 44 matches. 

 

GT vs SRH Today's Match Scenario

 

Scenario 1

 

• Toss Winner: SRH (opts to bat first)
• Power-Play Score: 48-55
• SRH Total: 190-210
• Match Winner: Sunrisers Hyderabad

 

Scenario 2

 

• Toss Winner: GT (opts to bat first)
• Power-Play Score: 48-54
• GT Total: 220-230
• Match Winner: Gujarat Titans

 

Who will win today's GT vs SRH IPL match?

 

Both teams are in solid form, having a formidable squad with in-form players for this clash. While the Sunrisers Hyderabad are sitting in the second spot, the GT are in the third spot. The hosts will be coming into this game after winning their previous four matches. In the last five head-to-head games between these two teams, SRH has failed to win a single contest. Considering the previous track records and stats, the Titans are expected to win this match.