After the opening match, attention quickly turns to their home base – the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. GT will play seven matches at the venue, which has become a stronghold for the franchise over the years. Their first home match will be against Rajasthan Royals (RR) on April 4, followed by a busy and important home series in late April and early May. During this period, they will have to face top teams like Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Mumbai Indians (MI) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK). This series of home matches could play a decisive role in shaping their campaign, as strong performances in familiar conditions often build momentum and confidence.
If we talk about leadership Shubhman Gill Will continue as captain, bringing a mix of youth and experience to guide the team. He will be supported by head coach Ashish Nehra, while Matthew Hayden will join the team as the batting coach. The team itself looks strong and balanced, with match-winners like Rashid Khan, Jos Buttler, Mohammed Siraj, Kagiso Rabada and Rahul Tewatia.
During the league stage, which runs from March 28 to May 24, GT have a clear opportunity to build momentum through their home matches, while also managing significant away challenges. If they are successful in striking the right balance and maintaining consistency, they will once again be one of the strong contenders for the IPL 2026 playoffs.
GT IPL 2026 full schedule
- March 31 – Punjab Kings vs Gujarat Titans – New Chandigarh – 7:30PM IST
- April 4 – Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals – Ahmedabad – 7:30PM IST
- April 8 – Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Titans – Delhi – 7:30PM IST
- April 12 – Lucknow Super Giants vs Gujarat Titans – Lucknow – 3:30PM IST
- April 17 – Gujarat Titans vs Kolkata Knight Riders – Ahmedabad – 7:30PM IST
- April 20 – Gujarat Titans vs Mumbai Indians – Ahmedabad – 7:30PM IST
- April 24 – Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Gujarat Titans – Bangalore – 7:30PM IST
- April 26 – Gujarat Titans vs Chennai Super Kings – Ahmedabad – 3:30PM IST
- April 30 – Gujarat Titans vs Royal Challengers Bangalore – Ahmedabad – 7:30PM IST
- May 3 – Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings – Ahmedabad – 7:30PM IST
- 9 May – Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans – Jaipur – 7:30PM IST
- May 12 – Gujarat Titans vs Sunrisers Hyderabad – Ahmedabad – 7:30PM IST
- May 16 – Kolkata Knight Riders vs Gujarat Titans – Kolkata – 7:30PM IST
- May 21 – Chennai Super Kings vs Gujarat Titans – Chennai – 7:30PM IST
Note: IST=GMT+5:30 hours
