Nitish Rana has been a dependable middle-order batter in the Indian Premier League. Known for his aggressive stroke play and ability to handle spin bowling well, Rana has played several important innings during his IPL career.
However, against Gujarat Titans (GT), Rana has found it slightly challenging to score consistently. While he has produced one strong knock in this matchup, most of his other innings have been short cameos.
This article looks at Nitish Rana’s overall record and match-by-match performances against Gujarat Titans in the IPL.
Nitish Rana Overall T20 Record vs GT
Nitish Rana has played a few innings against Gujarat Titans but has struggled to build big scores in this rivalry.
Overall Performance Overview
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Innings | 5 |
| Runs | 56 |
| Balls Faced | 44 |
| Batting Average | 11.20 |
| Strike Rate | 127.27 |
| Highest Score | 45 (29) |
| 50s | 0 |
| 100s | 0 |
Key Insights
• Rana has scored 56 runs in 5 innings against Gujarat Titans.
• His strike rate of 127.27 shows he has tried to maintain attacking intent.
• His highest score remains 45 runs, which came in the 2023 season.
These numbers show that while Rana has the ability to score quickly, he has not yet produced many big innings against GT.
Nitish Rana IPL Batting Innings vs GT
Below is the complete match-by-match breakdown of Nitish Rana’s performances against Gujarat Titans.
| Score | Opposition | Venue | Date | Strike Rate | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 (2) | GT | Jaipur | 28 Apr 2025 | 200.0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1 (3) | GT | Ahmedabad | 9 Apr 2025 | 33.3 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 (3) | GT | Kolkata | 29 Apr 2023 | 133.3 | 1 | 0 |
| 45 (29) | GT | Ahmedabad | 9 Apr 2023 | 155.1 | 4 | 3 |
| 2 (7) | GT | Navi Mumbai | 23 Apr 2022 | 28.5 | 0 | 0 |
Best Performance vs GT
Nitish Rana’s best innings against Gujarat Titans came in Ahmedabad on 9 April 2023, when he scored 45 runs from 29 balls.
Highlights of that knock:
• Aggressive batting with a strike rate above 150
• Four boundaries and three sixes
• Played a key role in building momentum during the innings
Although he narrowly missed a half-century, this remains his most impactful innings against GT.
Other Innings vs GT
4 (2) – Jaipur, 2025
Rana scored a quick 4 runs from 2 balls, hitting a boundary before getting out.
4 (3) – Kolkata, 2023
In Kolkata, Rana scored 4 runs from 3 balls, including one boundary.
1 (3) – Ahmedabad, 2025
In the 2025 season, Rana had a short stay at the crease with 1 run from 3 balls.
2 (7) – Navi Mumbai, 2022
In his first meeting against Gujarat Titans, Rana managed 2 runs from 7 balls.
Performance Trend vs GT
Nitish Rana’s record against Gujarat Titans shows that most of his runs came from one innings.
Season-wise Contribution
| Year | Runs | Notable Performance |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | 4 (2) |
| 2023 | 49 | 45 (29) |
| 2022 | 2 | 2 (7) |
These numbers highlight that Rana’s biggest impact against GT came during the 2023 season.
Overall Record Snapshot vs GT
| Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches / Innings | 5 |
| Runs | 56 |
| Highest Score | 45 |
| Batting Average | 11.20 |
| Strike Rate | 127.27 |
Conclusion
Nitish Rana’s record against Gujarat Titans in the IPL has been mixed. While he played an impressive innings of 45 runs in 2023, most of his other performances have been short.
Despite the modest numbers, Rana remains a dangerous batter capable of turning the game quickly with his aggressive batting style. If he finds rhythm early, he can still play a key role against GT in future IPL matches.
