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Gujarat vs Services, RNJT, Today Match Prediction 08 November 2025
GRT vs SER Win Probability
Toss Winner - Services won the toss and choose to bat first
Gujarat beat Services by 6 wickets
Gujarat seek to rebound as Services build early momentum
- Services have 13 points from 3 matches with 2 wins and a loss so far.
- Gujarat has 3 points from 3 matches with 2 losses and a draw so far.
- Gujarat lost one and drawn one match in Ahmedabad this season.
Gujarat will win the match.
| Tournament: | Ranji Trophy, 2025-26 |
| Format: | test |
| Venue: | Gokulbhai Somabhai Patel Stadium, Nadiad, India, India |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bat |
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GRT vs SER Match Prediction & Analysis
This fixture of the 2025–26 Ranji Trophy 2025–26 (Elite Group C) pits Gujarat against Services at Ahmedabad from 8 November 2025. Gujarat, having suffered a defeat in their latest outing, will look to correct course at home, while Services carry forward a dominant recent performance and aim to build on their early confidence. With each match crucial in a single-round league format, both sides know the importance of a positive outcome.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
GRT
L
L
W
W
W
GRT
156/2 in 10.2 15.1
SMAT
Gujarat beat Tripura by 8 wickets
155/8 in 20.0 7.75
SER
L
W
W
SER
223/10 in 88.2 2.52
RNJT
Uttarakhand beat Services by 17 runs
105/10 in 48.4 2.16
103/10 in 17.2 5.94
RNJT
Services beat Assam by 8 wickets
73/2 in 13.5 5.28
359/10 in 133.3 2.69
RNJT
Services Won by an innings and 20 Runs
0/0 in 0.0 0
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 0 Matches
TEAMS PREVIEW
Gujarat Preview
Gujarat are coming off a loss to Bengal by 141 runs (Bengal 279 & 214/8d vs Gujarat 167 & 185) in Kolkata. Prior to that they drew against Assam at home, where Gujarat scored 382 on day one and then bowled Assam out for 310 and had them 192/6 in the second innings when time ran out.
Batting notes:
In the Assam match, Gujarat compiled 382 runs in the first innings, with key contributions: Aarya Desai 98 (at 2nd wicket) and Abhishek Desai 96.
Against Bengal their batting collapsed, scoring 167 in the first innings and 185 in the second, showing an inability to convert starts.
The batting unit needs to rediscover shape and build long partnerships, especially on their home wicket.
Bowling notes:
In the Assam draw, Gujarat held Assam to 310 then 192/6 — decent control but could not force a win.
Against Bengal they failed to contain the opposition, letting Bengal post 279 & 214/8d. Gujarat’s bowlers will need to raise intensity at home.
The home conditions in Ahmedabad can favour seamers early and spinners later; Gujarat must exploit these.
Key players: Aarya Desai, Abhishek Desai, Manan Hingrajia
Gujarat Predicted Playing XI:
Aarya Desai, Abhishek Desai, Manan Hingrajia, Kshitij Patel, Priyesh Patel, Umang Kumar, Chintan Gaja, Hemang Patel, Arzan Nagwaswalla, Vishal Jayswal, Ravi Bishnoi
Gujarat Key Players From Previous Game Of Ranji Trophy, 2025-26
Gujarat Actual Playing XI:
Manan Hingrajia, Abhishek Desai, Aarya Desai, Urvil Patel, Jaymeet Patel, Vishal Jayswal, Siddharth Desai, Kshitij Patel, Chintan Gaja, Priyesh Patel, Rinkesh Vaghela
Services Preview
Services have kicked off their campaign impressively. In their recent match vs Assam, they triumphed by chasing a small target of 71 in just 13.5 overs, completing the match in 90 overs — the shortest completed match in Ranji history. In another fixture they defeated Tripura.
Batting notes:
In the Assam match, chasing just 71, Services’ batters had little pressure but showed calm under finishing conditions.
The key for Services will be to build bigger totals when batting first — relying solely on chasing small targets may not always be sustainable.
Bowling notes:
Services’ bowlers were ruthless: Assam were dismissed cheaply in both innings. The seam and spin combination clicked, enabling an innings win in short time.
For this match, their attack must adapt to foreign conditions and still strike early.
Key players: Arjun Sharma, Mohit Jangra, Rajat Paliwal
Services Predicted Playing XI:
Rajat Paliwal (c), Mohit Ahlawat, Ravi Chauhan, Irfan Ali, Jayant Goyat, Shivam Kumar, Arjun Sharma, Mohit Jangra, Vikas Umesh Yadav, Amarjeet Singh, Nakul Sharma
Services Key Players From Previous Game Of Ranji Trophy, 2025-26
Services Actual Playing XI:
Devender Lohchab, Vikas Umesh Yadav, Amarjeet Singh, Rajat Paliwal, Shivam Kumar, Irfan Khan, Ravi Chauhan, Mohit Ahlawat, Nakul Sharma, Pulkit Narang, Amit Shukla, Arjun Sharma
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
Weather is expected to be stable and clear in early November in Gujarat — good conditions for red-ball cricket.
GRT vs SER Pitch Report
The Ahmedabad venue traditionally offers good early bounce and carry for seamers; as the match progresses, spinners may come into play.
Toss: To Bat
The team winning the toss is likely to bat first — to get a big first-innings total and put pressure on the opposition.
Gujarat, being home side and wanting to recover, will likely bat first if they win the toss.
Services, with momentum, may bowl first if confident in early attack, but batting first remains the safer path.
GRT vs SER
Winning Prediction
Gujarat need to bounce back swiftly — their batting must reform and bowlers must harness home conditions. Services, buoyed by recent comprehensive wins, will look to carry their form into this important away fixture. If Gujarat erect a large first-innings total, they have the edge; if Services strike early and make Gujarat bat again, the momentum could shift.
Gujarat to win — potentially by a first-innings lead and eventual outright win, or by 5–6 wickets if chasing. Services challenge is strong, and they could pull off a surprise if Gujarat’s top-order misfires again.
Gujarat will win the match.
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