Gujarat Titans' Middle Order Struggles Ahead of Clash with RCB in IPL 2026
RCB vs GT - GT's middle order in IPL 2026 has been undercooked and underwhelming
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The Gujarat Titans (GT) have struggled with their middle order in IPL 2026, scoring just 288 runs with a low average of 20.57. As they prepare to face the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), the performance of their top batsmen will be crucial for success.
- 01GT's middle order has the fewest runs (288) of all IPL teams this season.
- 02The middle order averages only 20.57, with just one half-century scored.
- 03GT's top three batters have significantly outperformed the middle order since IPL 2025.
- 04RCB's Rajat Patidar and Tim David are in strong form, posing a challenge for GT's middle order.
- 05Krunal Pandya's spin could exploit GT's weaknesses, as they average 20 against spin this season.
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The Gujarat Titans (GT) have been heavily reliant on their top order in IPL 2026, leading to a struggling middle order that has amassed only 288 runs at an average of 20.57. This season, they have recorded just one half-century, the joint-lowest among teams, and have faced the second-fewest balls (214). In contrast, GT's top three batters—Shubman Gill, B Sai Sudharsan, and Jos Buttler—have been prolific, contributing significantly to their team's success. However, their recent collapse against the Mumbai Indians, where they were bowled out for 100, highlighted the vulnerability of their middle order. Batting coach Matthew Hayden acknowledged this weakness, while Faf du Plessis expressed doubts about the current form of the middle order. As GT prepares to face the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), they will need their top batsmen to perform to secure a competitive total, especially against RCB's in-form players like Rajat Patidar and Tim David. The match at Chinnaswamy Stadium will be critical for GT as they aim to address their batting woes.
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GT's reliance on their top order raises concerns about their ability to compete effectively, impacting their chances in upcoming matches.
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