Why are Gujarat Titans wearing lavender colour jersey in GT vs SRH clash of IPL 2026?
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The GT vs SRH clash is taking place on May 12 in Ahmedabad.
Gujarat Titans (GT) are taking on Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the 56th match of the Indian Premier League 2026 tonight. The venue of the clash is the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Both teams have played 11-11 games in the tournament so far, winning seven and losing four. While SRH are placed in the second spot in the points table with 14 points, GT follow them in the third position with an equal number of points.
The top spot in the points table is at stake in the GT vs SRH clash, as the winner will become the new table-toppers by replacing Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
Shubman Gill & Co. have been unbeaten in the last four games. They have a brilliant record against SRH in the IPL, having won five games and lost only one. Since they also have the home advantage against SRH, they have a slight edge in tonight’s clash.
As you know, the Gujarat Titans have a dark navy blue jersey in IPL 2026, but their players are wearing a lavender colour jersey in the clash against SRH. Many fans are eager to know the reason for the same.
Why are the GT wearing lavender jersey against SRH?
Notably, GT players are wearing lavender jerseys to spread awareness for the fight against cancer. Every season, they play one match wearing lavender jerseys to support their fight against cancer.
The initiative has now become an annual tradition for the franchise and marks the fourth consecutive season in which GT have worn the lavender kit.
The franchise confirmed on their social media platforms that the jersey aims to raise awareness about cancer and show solidarity with people battling the disease, survivors and families affected by it. Ahead of the match, GT also shared a few social media posts to raise awareness against cancer.
Why are Gujarat Titans wearing lavender jersey in the clash against SRH?
GT are wearing lavender jersey in the match to spread awareness against cancer.
Where is the GT vs SRH match taking place?
The encounter is taking place at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
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