Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill has made a significant leap in the Orange Cap rankings of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL). Following a stellar performance against Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2, Gill soared to second place with a total of 722 runs.
Shubman Gill’s Performance
In a high-stakes match held in New Chandigarh, Gill scored an impressive 104 runs while chasing a target of 215. He formed a formidable partnership with Sai Sudharsan, contributing to a 167-run stand. Sudharsan himself scored 58 runs, bolstering the team’s chances of victory during this crucial gameplay.
Current Orange Cap Standings
- 1. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Rajasthan Royals) – 720 runs
- 2. Shubman Gill (Gujarat Titans) – 722 runs
- 3. Sai Sudharsan (Gujarat Titans) – 710 runs
Sooryavanshi remains the top contender, having scored 96 runs in the match, narrowly missing a century. This marks his second consecutive ninety in the tournament, as he also fell short by three runs in an earlier eliminator against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Purple Cap Update
In the race for the Purple Cap, Kagiso Rabada of the Gujarat Titans has reclaimed the top position. He took two wickets against Rajasthan Royals, elevating his tally to 28 wickets in 16 matches.
- 1. Kagiso Rabada (Gujarat Titans) – 28 wickets
- 2. Bhuvneshwar Kumar (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) – 26 wickets
- 3. Mohammed Siraj (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) – 17 wickets
- 4. Jason Holder (West Indies) – 17 wickets
Rabada’s new-ball partner, Siraj, remains in seventh place after adding just one wicket to his total. Meanwhile, Jason Holder has entered the top 10 following his performance against the Royals.
Looking Ahead
The competition for both the Orange and Purple Caps is heating up as the season approaches its final stages. With the final match approaching, fans eagerly await the showdown, especially if Gujarat Titans emerge victorious in Qualifier 2. For updates, including the full IPL 2026 schedule and points table, visit El-Balad.
