GT vs RCB: Top 5 Dream11 fantasy picks for match 42 of IPL 2026
The GT vs RCB match of the IPL 2026 will be played in Ahmedabad on Thursday.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans will be up against each other in match 42 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. This contest has a scheduled start of 7:30 PM IST on Thursday at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
RCB have managed to win six matches, including a win over GT earlier this season. That was a high-scoring game, where RCB chased down the target of 206. Both teams have strong top orders, and we might see another high-scoring thriller.
The last time these two met in Ahmedabad, RCB chased down 206/1 in just 16 overs. Meanwhile, these two teams have several superstars to choose from for a Dream11 team.
Hence, we have suggested five players from the GT vs RCB clash who could be a perfect choice for your Dream11 teams on various fantasy cricket platforms.
Top Dream11 fantasy picks for the GT vs RCB clash
1. Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli is someone who is a must-have player on fantasy platforms. The former RCB captain is a run machine, who gives consistent contributions in the IPL. He is the top scorer for RCB this season as well.
Virat has scored 351 runs in 8 matches at an average of 58.50 and a strike rate of 162.5 with three half-centuries. He won the Player of the Match award against GT earlier this season for his match-winning 81 off 44 balls.
2. Sai Sudharsan
Sai Sudharsan is an elegant left-hander who is known for his consistency. He is the fastest batter to complete 2000 IPL runs. Sai scored 100 off 58 balls against RCB a few days back.
He followed it up with a match-winning 87 off 46 balls against CSK. He has shown excellent consistency at the top for GT and will be a good pick for a Dream11 team.
3. Shubman Gill
Captain Shubman Gill is the leading scorer for GT this season. He has scored 330 runs at 47.14 and a strike rate of 148.64, with three half-centuries.
He has a couple of thirties in the last two matches and has looked good at the top. Gill has always done well under pressure, and it is a crucial game for GT. Hence, the GT fans expect a good contribution from the captain.
4. Jos Buttler
Jos Buttler is another key performer for GT in the top order. The English star has shown good form with the bat. He has scored 270 runs at an average and strike rate of 38.57 and 151.68, respectively.
He has always done well against RCB in the IPL. In fact, besides KL Rahul, he is the second-highest scorer against RCB among active cricketers and the only batter with two IPL centuries against RCB. Buttler has an excellent record against this opposition, which is another reason to have him in the Dream11 team.
5. Devdutt Padikkal
Devdutt Padikkal has now played two consecutive impactful knocks for RCB. Against GT, he scored 55 off 27 balls and helped RCB chase the big total. Against DC, he scored an unbeaten 34 off 13 balls to seal the victory.
He has been in great nick this season and has scored 242 runs at a strike rate of 192.06. The left-hander is in good form and is an ideal pick for the team.
When will the GT vs RCB match 42 of the Indian Premier League 2026 take place?
The GT vs RCB match will take place on Thursday, April 30.
When will the toss in the GT vs RCB match 42 of the Indian Premier League 2026 take place?
The toss of GT vs RCB match will take place at 7 PM IST on Thursday.
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