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Rajasthan Royals equalled an unwanted IPL record during their match against Gujarat Titans in Jaipur, conceding 229/4 and becoming the latest team to allow a 200-plus total for the seventh time in IPL 2026. The feat matches the single-season benchmark previously set by Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2024 and replicated this year by Lucknow Super Giants and Punjab Kings.
Shubman Gill powered Gujarat Titans' innings with 84 off 44 balls, sharing a 118-run opening stand with Sai Sudharsan (55). Washington Sundar (28* off 14) and Rahul Tewatia (21* off 10) accelerated in the death overs, helping GT post their highest total of the season on a flat Sawai Mansingh Stadium pitch.
Jofra Archer struggled early, giving up 46 runs in three overs, while Rajasthan's bowling attack lacked containment despite Ravindra Jadeja's brief control in the middle overs. In reply, RR collapsed to 152 in 16.3 overs, with Rashid Khan claiming 4/33 and Jason Holder taking 3/12.
The defeat underscores Rajasthan's worsening bowling vulnerabilities in high-scoring games, a sharp decline from their strong start to the season. The IPL 2026 tournament will continue with Rajasthan Royals' next match scheduled against Kolkata Knight Riders on Thursday.