IPL 2026: Key Details for GT vs KKR Match
Synopsis
Don't miss the thrilling IPL 2026 clash where Gujarat Titans take on Kolkata Knight Riders, both teams with starkly different fortunes this season. Tune in to witness the action unfold!
Key Takeaways
Match Date: April 17, 2026 Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad Live Broadcast: Star Sports and JioHotstar Current Form: Gujarat Titans on a winning streak; Kolkata Knight Riders winless Key Players: Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler for Titans; Ajinkya Rahane for KKR
Ahmedabad, April 16 (NationPress) The Gujarat Titans are set to make their return to the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium for an exciting face-off against the struggling Kolkata Knight Riders in the upcoming match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 this Friday. The Knight Riders have yet to secure a victory this season.
Following a rocky beginning with consecutive losses, the 2022 champions, the Titans, have found their groove and are entering this match after achieving two back-to-back wins. Under the captaincy of Shubman Gill, the Titans recently triumphed over the Lucknow Super Giants in Uttar Pradesh, successfully chasing down a target of 165 runs with eight balls to spare. Gill contributed significantly with a score of 56 runs, while Jos Buttler added 60 runs to the total. Prasidh Krishna was named Player of the Match for his remarkable bowling performance of 4 wickets for 28 runs.
On the other hand, the Kolkata Knight Riders have faced a challenging season, sitting at the bottom of the league without a win in their first five matches. Their latest defeat was against the Chennai Super Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, where they lost by 32 runs. Led by Ajinkya Rahane, the Knight Riders have managed to earn just a single point this season from a match that was abandoned against the Punjab Kings at Eden Gardens.
Match Details:
Date: Friday, April 17
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Where to Watch: Fans can catch the GT vs KKR showdown on Star Sports channels, with live streaming available on JioHotstar.
Team Squads:
Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Kumar Kushagra, Glenn Phillips, Rashid Khan, Manav Suthar, Nishant Sindhu, Washington Sundar, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kagiso Rabada, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Jayant Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Ashok Sharma, Jason Holder, Tom Banton, Luke Wood, Sai Sudharsan, Rahul Tewatia, Arshad Khan, Anuj Rawat, Kulwant Khejroliya, Gurnoor Brar, M Shahrukh Khan
Kolkata Knight Riders: Ajinkya Rahane (c), Manish Pandey, Rovman Powell, Angkrish Raghuvanshi (wk), Ramandeep Singh, Rinku Singh, Sunil Narine, Anukul Roy, Vaibhav Arora, Harshit Rana, Umran Malik, Varun Chakaravarthy, Cameron Green, Finn Allen, Matheesha Pathirana, Kartik Tyagi, Rahul Tripathi, Tim Seifert, Tejasvi Dahiya, Sarthak Ranjan, Rachin Ravindra, Akash Deep, Prashant Solanki, Daksh Kamra
Point of View
The upcoming match between Gujarat Titans and Kolkata Knight Riders presents a contrasting scenario. The Titans, having regained form, are looking to continue their winning streak, while the Knight Riders are desperate to turn their fortune around. This match could be pivotal for both teams.
NationPress
8 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the GT vs KKR match scheduled?
The match is scheduled for Friday, April 17, at 7:30 PM IST.
Where will the GT vs KKR match take place?
The match will be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
How can I watch the GT vs KKR match live?
You can watch the match live on Star Sports channels and stream it on JioHotstar.
Who are the captains of the teams?
Shubman Gill is the captain of Gujarat Titans, while Ajinkya Rahane leads Kolkata Knight Riders.
What has been the performance of Kolkata Knight Riders this season?
Kolkata Knight Riders have struggled this season, failing to win any of their first five matches.
