Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Gujarat Titans (GT) will face off in Match 24 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Wednesday. Rajasthan are unbeaten since the start of IPL 2024. After winning four consecutive games, RR leads the IPL 2024 points table by eight points. Gujarat, on the other hand, has been through a roller-coaster ride this year. In five games, GT won only two and lost three. The IPL 2022 champions find themselves seventh in the points table.

RR is targeting a fifth consecutive victory, while GT is keen to return to winning ways.

Let’s take a look at the projected lineups for both teams ahead of this Western Conference derby.

Rajasthan Royals predicted XI

Yashasvi Jaiswal

Yashasvi Jaiswal is expected to open the innings for RR. After a stellar season in 2023, Jaiswal is finding it difficult to reach the top again this year. The left-hander scored just 39 runs in four innings at a strike rate of 144.44.

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Jos The Boss Buttler has announced that he will score an unbeaten century against RCB in IPL 2024. His decisive game helped RR win by 6 wickets at home. The English wicketkeeper scored 135 runs in four games.

Sanju Samson (captain and goalkeeper)

RR captain Sanju Samson has performed well in IPL 2024. He has 178 points in four games and is aiming for the Orange Cap. Samson led RR’s attack with two 50-plus scores.

Ryanparag

Riyan Parag has scored 185 runs in four games at an average of 92.50 and a strike rate of 158.11. After a fantastic Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy season this year, Parag is taking part in the 2024 IPL with his purple badge.

Dhruv Urel

Dhruv Jurel will add depth and balance to Rajasthan’s middle order. He has only scored 42 points in four games, but his shooting percentage of 155.55 shows that he has the ability to deliver a quick hit to the team sooner rather than later.

Himron Heitmeyer

Shimron Hetmyer will add firepower to the Royals’ fiery batting lineup. His strike rate of 150 is proof enough that he can hit hard when needed.

Ravichandran Ashwin

Ravichandran Ashwin will be an important part of RR’s spin bowling attack in the upcoming games. His all-around ability provides the Royals with mid-to-lower balance.

Trent Bolt

New Zealand speedster Trent Boult will open the match for RR. His swing and change of velocity could provide the Royals with an early breakout. Boult, who has taken five wickets in four games, is keen to topple GT’s top order.

Avish Khan

Avesh Khan will bring an effective combination of pace and skill to RR’s bowling attack. He struck out just twice in four games but pitched economically in tough games.

Hed Berg

The potential addition of Nandre Burger will add a dynamic bowling option to RR’s line-up. He took six wickets in four games and might prove to be very effective against GT.

Yuzvendra Chahal

Yuzvendra Chahal will bring valuable experience and skills to the spin bowling department of Rajasthan Royals. He took eight wickets in four games, two wickets short of the Purple Caps.

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Gujarat Titans predicted XI

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Syed Sudarshan is expected to open the batting for the Gujarat Titans in the absence of Friedhiman Saha due to injury. Sudarshan is the second highest scorer in IPL 2024 with 191 runs in 5 games.

Shubman Gill (Captain)

Captain Shubman Gill will once again lead GT’s batting. He recently smashed a scorching knock of 89* against PBKS and the 2023 Orange Cap champion will look forward to playing some exciting knocks against RR.

Kane Williamson

Kane Williamson has had a lackluster start to IPL 2024. He had just one point in his last game and was sent off early. With the 2024 T20 WC around the corner, the 2018 Orange Cap winner will be keen to showcase his resilient batting form as soon as possible.

BR Sharath (Goalkeeper)

BR Sharath is expected to stay with Gujarat Titans. Sarath played his first match of the season against Lucknow but he scored just two runs. He will be keen to perform well against RR to cement his place in the starting XI.

Vijay Shankar

Vijay Shankar is likely to join GT’s projected XI, which will provide the team with versatile batting options. He hasn’t scored many runs this season, but Shankar’s all-round ability can provide balance to the team’s mix.

Rahul Tewatia

Rahul Tewatia will add depth to GT’s batting and bowling departments. He has yet to pitch this season but has allowed 81 runs in four innings. Tewatiya’s aggressive batting style, especially in the later stages of an innings, can change the course of a match.

Rashid Khan

Rashid Khan will lead Gujarat’s spin attack against Rajasthan. This year he has taken five wickets in as many games. Rashid is not very efficient with the bat but can also add crucial runs when required.

Umesh Yadav

Umesh Yadav will bring a unique edge to Gujarat’s pace bowling unit. He has taken six wickets in five games and his swing changes could help GT break through early.

Spencer Johnson

Spencer Johnson will play a key role in the GT’s speed battery. He has taken three wickets in three games and is keen to add more scalps to his tally after taking one run in the previous game.

Noor Ahmed

Noor Ahmed will assist Rasheed in leading the Titans’ rotational offense. He has taken three wickets in as many games and will be a threat to RR’s batsmen with his ability to spin the ball in both directions.

Mohit Sharma

Mohit Sharma will be an important player for GT team in the upcoming matches. He has taken seven wickets in five games and is the top contender for the Purple Caps this season.

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