GT vs RR: How have Rajasthan Royals, Gujarat Titans Fared in IPL Qualifier 2 Over the Years?

Rajasthan Royals are set to lock horns against Gujarat Titans in a crucial IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 encounter on Friday (May 29).

After winning the Eliminator against Sunrisers Hyderabad, the Royals will be aiming to continue their winning run. On the other hand, the Titans would be aiming a swift return to victory after losing to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Qualifier 1.

This stage of the competition is not an alien scenario for either teams, as they have taken part in multiple Qualifier 2 matches over the years.

Rajashan Royals Record in Qualifier 2

Rajasthan Royals have a modest but notable history in Qualifier 2 of the Indian Premier League. The franchise has reached this high-stakes knockout stage on a few occasions, often entering via the Eliminator route after finishing outside the top two in the league phase.

In 2013, RR won the Eliminator against Sunrisers Hyderabad but fell short in Qualifier 2, losing to Mumbai Indians by four wickets.

A decade later, in 2022, they produced one of their strongest playoff performances by defeating Royal Challengers Bengaluru by seven wickets in Qualifier 2. That victory propelled them to the final, though they ultimately lost to Gujarat Titans.

In 2024, RR again advanced through the Eliminator but suffered a 36-run defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad in Qualifier 2.

RR in Qualifier 2

Played: 3

Won: 1

Lost: 2

Gujarat Titans’ Record in Qualifier 2

Gujarat Titans, a relatively newer franchise that entered the IPL in 2022, have enjoyed strong playoff success but have limited direct experience in Qualifier 2. In their debut season of 2022, GT topped the league table and defeated RR in Qualifier 1 before going on to win the title. They have more frequently advanced directly through Qualifier 1 or faced elimination routes in other years.

In 2023, GT won a Qualifier 2 match convincingly against Mumbai Indians by 62 runs, showcasing their depth in batting and bowling.

GT in Qualifier 2

Played: 1

Won: 1

GT vs RR H2H Record

The head-to-head record between RR and GT heavily favours the Titans, who have won seven out of ten meetings. This includes key playoff victories in 2022. As the two teams prepare to clash in Qualifier 2 on May 29, 2026, in New Chandigarh, RR will carry fresh momentum from a dominant Eliminator win, while GT will look to bounce back from a Qualifier 1 defeat and leverage their historical superiority.

This matchup promises an exciting contest, with both sides eager to secure a place in the final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.