The IPL 2026 Match 66 between Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings will be played on May 21 at 7:30 PM IST at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. The pitch in Ahmedabad is generally good for batting, with short boundaries helping batters score quickly. Spinners may also get some assistance in the middle overs as the surface slows down later in the match.
Teams could prefer to bowl first because dew is expected in the second innings, making it easier for batters to chase targets under lights. Fans can expect a high-scoring contest if the top-order batters settle early.
The weather is likely to remain clear during the match, with warm conditions expected throughout the evening. Fans can watch the game live on Star Sports Network and stream it on JioHotstar.
Stadium Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Also Known As | Gujarat Stadium, Sardar Patel Stadium |
| Established | 1982 |
| Capacity | 132,000 |
| End Names | Adani Pavilion End, Jio End |
| Flood Lights | Yes |
| Home Teams | Gujarat |
| Curator | Bagira Thakur |
Pitch Report – Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad pitch is good for batting, and dew in the second innings can help batters more. Fast bowlers may get some help with the new ball early in the match. Teams winning the toss may prefer to bowl first.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches | 44 |
| Win Bat First | 59% |
| Win Bowl First | 41% |
| Avg 1st Inns | 182 |
| Avg 2nd Inns | 166 |
| Highest Total | PBKS vs GT – 243/5 |
| Lowest Total | SRH vs GT – 86/10 |
| Highest Chased | KKR vs GT – 207/7 |
| Lowest Defended | KKR vs RR – 168/7 |
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad – Hourly Weather Report
| Time | Temp | RealFeel® | Condition | Heat Index | Wind | Wind Gusts | Humidity | UV Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 AM | 33°C | 34° | Clear | 36° | WSW 13 km/h | 28 km/h | 49% | — |
| 1 AM | 32°C | 33° | Clear | 35° | W 13 km/h | 26 km/h | 51% | — |
| 2 AM | 32°C | 33° | Clear | 34° | W 13 km/h | 24 km/h | 51% | — |
| 3 AM | 32°C | 33° | Clear | 34° | W 13 km/h | 24 km/h | 52% | — |
| 4 AM | 31°C | 32° | Clear | 34° | W 13 km/h | 24 km/h | 55% | — |
| 5 AM | 30°C | 32° | Clear | 33° | W 13 km/h | 22 km/h | 58% | — |
| 6 AM | 30°C | 32° | Sunny | 33° | W 13 km/h | — | — | 0.6 (Low) |
| 7 AM | 30°C | 32° | Sunny | 32° | WSW 13 km/h | — | — | 1.8 (Low) |
| 8 AM | 29°C | 32° | Mostly sunny | 31° | WSW 13 km/h | — | — | 3.1 (Moderate) |
| 9 AM | 32°C | 36° | Mostly sunny | 34° | WSW 13 km/h | — | — | 4.8 (Moderate) |
| 10 AM | 34°C | 39° | Mostly sunny | 36° | WSW 13 km/h | — | — | 8.0 (Very High) |
| 11 AM | 36°C | 40° | Sunny | 37° | WSW 13 km/h | — | — | 11.1 (Extreme) |
| 12 PM | 37°C | 42° | Sunny | 38° | WSW 13 km/h | — | — | 12.6 (Extreme) |
| 1 PM | 39°C | 42° | Sunny | 39° | WSW 15 km/h | — | — | 11.1 (Extreme) |
| 2 PM | 40°C | 42° | Sunny | 41° | WSW 15 km/h | — | — | 8.0 (Very High) |
| 3 PM | 42°C | 42° | Sunny | 42° | WSW 15 km/h | — | — | 4.8 (Moderate) |
| 4 PM | 42°C | 42° | Sunny | 42° | WSW 15 km/h | — | — | 3.1 (Moderate) |
| 5 PM | 43°C | 42° | Sunny | 43° | WSW 17 km/h | — | — | 1.8 (Low) |
| 6 PM | 42°C | 41° | Sunny | 42° | W 15 km/h | — | — | 0.6 (Low) |
| 7 PM | 41°C | 39° | Sunny | 41° | WSW 15 km/h | — | — | 0.0 (Low) |
| 8 PM | 39°C | 37° | Clear | 39° | WSW 13 km/h | 24 km/h | 24% | — |
| 9 PM | 37°C | 35° | Clear | 37° | SW 13 km/h | 22 km/h | 26% | — |
| 10 PM | 35°C | 34° | Clear | 35° | WSW 13 km/h | 26 km/h | 29% | — |
| 11 PM | 34°C | 32° | Clear | 34° | W 13 km/h | 30 km/h | 32% | — |
Where to Watch IPL 2026?
| Country / Region | TV Broadcaster(s) | Live Streaming Platform(s) |
|---|---|---|
| India | JioStar Network Channels | JioHotstar |
| Pakistan | A Sports, Ten Sports | Tapmad, Tamasha App |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports Cricket | Sky Go, NOW TV |
| United States | Willow TV | Willow TV App |
| Canada | ATN Cricket Plus | ATN Online |
| Australia | Fox Sports, Channel 7 | Kayo Sports |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Sport Now |
| Middle East & North Africa (MENA) | beIN Sports | beIN CONNECT |
| Caribbean | SportsMax | SportsMax App |
| South Africa | SuperSport | DStv App |
| Bangladesh | Gazi TV (GTV) | Rabbithole App |
| Sri Lanka | SLRC Channel Eye | Dialog TV Go |
| Nepal & Bhutan | JioStar Network Channels | JioHotstar |