GT vs RR Match Prediction & Betting Tips - May 24, 2022

GT vs RR Match Prediction - May 24, 2022

Not many would have imagined both of the two new teams to qualify for the playoffs before the tournament started. Here we have it though, Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants have both made it to the playoffs and have certainly gained a lot of new fans respectively. They would not want to stop here and their eyes will be all set on a title finish.

Finishing at the top spot on the points table and becoming the first team to qualify, Gujarat Titans have had a fantastic season and will not want to bottle it when it matters the most. They will be taking on Rajasthan Royals in the first qualifier of the season in what will be a chance to reserve a seat in the grand finale first-up. The Royals too have played excellent Cricket of late and will not be an easy side to deal with.

The 1st Qualifier of the IPL 2022 is set to be played between Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals at the iconic venue of Eden Gardens in Kolkata on 24th May 2022. Given the form the two sides have been in, a cracker of a contest is certainly on the cards.

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Gujarat Titans

Surprising many, Gujarat Titans became the first team to qualify for the playoffs and then with a win over Punjab Kings, they sealed their position at the top of the ladder. They were brilliant right from the outset and won 10 out of a total of 14 games played in the league stage. Alongside that, they had the tournament best net run rate of 0.316, which speaks volumes about how dominant they were though that net run-rate is not going to matter anymore.

The significance of this match for the Titans is a lot more than a spot in the finale. Not only will they progress to the finale with a win here, they will reserve a chance to play a final at their home ground in their very first IPL. There were plenty of apprehensions about their team combination and strategy before the tournament started, but they have certainly proven many wrong with the performances they have put forth.

Just like the Royals, they followed a specialists-first strategy with not many all-rounders available. Barring Rahul Tewatia and Hardik Pandya, most of their players specialize in one trade. However, they have all stepped up at least once in the tournament and that has been the primary reason for the Titans making it to the top of the ladder.

On paper, the Gujarat Titans still look a little light in the batting department. Wriddhimann Saha sustained a hamstring injury in the game against RCB, but much to the Titans' delight, he is fit and available for this upcoming game. Shubman Gill, however, has been far from his prime in the tournament and that will be a concern for the Titans coming into this match.

On the bowling front, however, the Titans have a side as good as any. They might look to buff it up further by replacing Matthew Wade with Alzarri Joseph. Including Hardik Pandya and Rahul Tewatia, they have seven bowling options, all capable of winning the match on their own.

All in all, the Titans may have some apparent voids in the batting order, but they have the presence of multiple match-winners to cover for it. In addition to that, they have a bowling unit that can wreak even the best in the business and the numbers show that. They defeated the Royals earlier in the league stage and will be looking for a similar kind of performance. If they are able to play as well as they have in the tournament so far, getting past them could prove to be a massive challenge for the Royals.

Gujarat Titans Playing 11

Shubman Gill, WP Saha, Matthew Wade, Hardik Pandya, David Miller, R Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Ravisrinivasan S Kishore, Alzarri Joseph, Yash Dayal, Mohammed Shami.


Rajasthan Royals

While the Royals had their issues with inconsistency in the middle part of the league stage, they managed to finish the round with two wins in their last two matches and consequently making it to top-two. They eventually finished the group stage with 9 wins from 14 games and a net run-rate of 0.298, which proved to be the difference between them and the Lucknow Super Giants as far as the race for the second spot was concerned.

Even though the Royals are coming off a couple of good wins in their last two matches, they would still be a bit concerned about Jos Buttler's form at the top of the order. Buttler hasn't even reached double figures even once in the last three matches but he and his side should take confidence from the way he played in the last meeting between the two. The good thing, though, is that the Royals have done well despite Buttler not contributing and that speaks volumes about the effort they have put in as a team.

The Royals do have a long tail and that is arguably their biggest concern. Often they have struggled to score fast in the slog overs with wickets falling a little too quickly. Also, a big knock has still evaded Sanju Samson in the competition and he would hope to make this opportunity count. The way Ravi Ashwin has played in the lower-order, however, should inspire plenty of confidence in the Royals' camp.

With Ravichandran Ashwin and Yuzvendra Chahal available to bowl in the middle-overs, the Royals enjoy a favorable match-up against the Titans, who have a fair share of left-handers in their middle-order. Besides, they have done exceedingly well with the ball in the powerplay with Trent Boult and Prasidh Krishna not only bowling tight spells but also picking up wickets.

Overall, the Royals have been brilliant in both departments but have struggled to bridge the two areas when things have not gone to plan. They would want their top-order to come good in the match that matters the most and if that happens, the Titans will have their work cut out.

Rajasthan Royals Playing 11

Jos Buttler, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson, Devdutt Padikkal, Shimron Hetmyer, Riyan Parag, Ravichandran Ashwin, Trent Boult, YS Chahal, Prasidh Krishna, Obed McCoy.

GT vs RR Toss Prediction

This is a new venue and while the ball will come onto the bat nice and quick, there will be ample assistance for the bowlers too. Ball should move around in the first few overs and early wickets will be key. With Duckworth-Lewis calculations likely to come into the picture and the presence of the dew factor, the team batting second will have that extra bit of advantage. Considering that and the fact that chasing is generally the go-to decision at the toss in this format, the captain winning the toss is expected to field first after winning the toss.

Read our guide on toss predictions to learn how we analyze and come up with our tips.

Pitch and Conditions

It's been raining here at Kolkata over the last few days and the conditions are likely to stay the same for the course of the week. The chances of rain are high and the Duckworth and Lewis method might come into the picture. With ample pace and carry on offer, the surface at the Eden Gardens has generally favored fast bowlers in recent times. Also, the big boundaries should offer a bit of respite to the bowlers. In addition to that, there will be some juice in the wicket early on and quick bowlers should enjoy bowling here. Considering that this is a high-pressure game, the team batting first should be happy with anything over 175.

GT vs RR Dream11 Prediction

Check out the Dream11 fantasy team lineup for the Indian Premier League 2022 - 1st Qualifier that is to be played between Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals. Don't forget to check back the latest updated team lineup right after the toss.

GT vs RR Playing 11

  • Wicket-keeper:
    • Wriddhiman Saha
    • Jos Buttler (C)
    • Sanju Samson
  • Batsmen:
    • Shimron Hetmyer
    • Shubman Gill
    • Yashasvi Jaiswal
  • All-rounders:
    • Ravi Ashwin
    • Hardik Pandya (VC)
  • Bowlers:
    • Yuzvendra Chahal
    • Mohammad Shami
    • Rashid Khan

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GT vs RR Betting Tips

With the winner of this match set to progress to the next round, needless to say this is a match of high significance. The adrenaline will be running high and there will be nerves to take care. Experience is going to be a key and both sides have that in plenty. Having said that, the Royals so have an edge there with experience available right through their lineup, be it with the bat or with the ball. Also, they are coming into this match on the back of a couple of consecutive wins and will be having the momentum. Considering that and the other factors stated above, Rajasthan Royals appear slightly ahead. Bet on the Royals to emerge on top in this all-important match.

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Rajasthan Royals have hit the most number of sixes in the tournament so far and it is not surprising too given that they are the only team to have three batsmen each to have hit more than 20 sixes this season. Gujarat Titans, on the other hand, have been a little more circumspect, owing to a little inexperienced middle-order. Considering that and how the two sides have approached their respective games, a bet on the Royals to hit more sixes in this match is certainly a safe yet lucrative opportunity.

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    Jos Buttler - To Score a Fifty - Yes

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Jos Buttler is coming into this match on the back of three single-digit scores. Also, Rashid Khan has had him four times in seven innings. All said, Butler has been at his dangerous best in the matches that matter and we might see that again. We expect him to get the Royals off to a rapid start against the Titans, who rely primarily on their battery of pace bowlers. A bet on Jos Buttler to score a fifty seems to be a pretty good one, especially with the inflated return on offer.

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    Trent Boult - Total Wickets - Over 1.5

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It will be a fresh surface at Eden Gardens and the fast bowlers should be able to extract good pace and carry. Also, with overhead conditions likely to be overcast, there will be movement on offer available for the bowlers looking to pitch it up. Trent Boult will likely relish the conditions here and can be a major threat, at least in powerplay. Given the conditions and the form Boult is in, bet on him to pick up at least a couple of wickets here in this match.

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    Yashasvi Jaiswal - Total Runs - Over 22.5

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Yashasvi Jaiswal had a terrible start to the competition but ever since he has made his comeback into the side, he has just been brilliant. He has gotten off to a rapid start in every single game and being strong in the square region, he should enjoy the bounce the surface has to offer. Bet on Yashasvi Jaiswal to get off to another decent start and put up a personal score of at least 23 runs.

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    Wriddhimann Saha - Total Runs - Over 21.5

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Wriddhiman Saha was picked late to play for his side but it has to be said that he has made the most of the opportunity he got. He is behind only Jos Buttler and Ruturaj Gaikwad in the most number of runs scored, since his entry into the side. He has been brilliant at the top and has also outperformed the likes of Hardik Pandya and Shubman Gill at the top of the order, as far as the scoring and scoring rate are concerned. He will be playing at its home venue and would be looking forward to making it count. Bet on Wriddhiman Saha to score a personal score of at least 22 runs.

Today Match Prediction

Rajasthan Royals To Win the Match, 2.07

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Who will win GT vs RR

Gujarat Titans 56.6% (1348)
Rajasthan Royals 43.4% (1032)
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