Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will face the Gujarat Titans (GT) in the grand finale of IPL 2026 on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
The league stage witnessed a fierce contest between the two teams, with both finishing on 18 points each. Subsequently, RCB secured a direct berth in the final by handing GT a crushing 92-run defeat in Qualifier 1 at Dharamshala.
The Gujarat Titans—who were written off early in the season—staged a spirited comeback following the disappointment of Qualifier 1. By defeating the Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2, they set the stage for this highly crucial and thrilling rematch on their home ground.
RCB vs GT Head to Head T20 Record
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 09 |
| Won by RCB | 05 |
| Won by GT | 04 |
| Tie/NR | 00 |
| First-ever fixture | April 30, 2022 (GT Won) |
| Most recent fixture | May 26, 2026 (RCB Won) |
RCB vs GT Predicted Playing 11
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
Venkatesh Iyer, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (c), Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jacob Duffy, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Salam Dar
Impact Player: Romario Shepherd/Phil Salt
Gujarat Titans (GT)
Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill(c), Jos Buttler(wk), Nishant Sindhu, Washington Sundar, Jason Holder, Rashid Khan, R Sai Kishore, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj
Impact Player: Rahul Tewatia
RCB vs GT Player Stats
- Sai Sudharsan (GT): Anchored the team's innings by scoring 710 runs at an average of 47.33.
- Virat Kohli (RCB): Propelled the team forward by scoring 600 runs for the defending champions, including a highest score of 105*.
- Rajat Patidar (RCB): The RCB captain ruthlessly took on the spin bowlers during the middle overs, smashing 41 sixes alongside his tally of 486 runs.
- Kagiso Rabada (GT): He currently holds the Purple Cap, having taken 28 wickets in 16 matches, and has consistently delivered wickets at crucial moments, leading his team to success.
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar (RCB): With 26 wickets, he trails right behind Rabada. His lethal swing will be RCB's primary weapon against Gill.
RCB vs GT Pitch Report
The pitch for the IPL 2026 final at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium is expected to be largely favorable to batsmen. On the stadium's renowned red-soil pitch, the ball acquires true bounce and pace, allowing batsmen to easily get into line with the delivery and score runs rapidly right from the very first ball. On this flat surface, teams batting first typically aim to post a formidable total by crossing the 210-run mark, although scores exceeding 200 runs are also chaseable.
RCB vs GT Probable Best Performers
Shubman Gill GT's inspirational captain, Shubman Gill, will be a batsman to watch in this marquee clash. The 26-year-old has delivered a phenomenal performance so far this year; he single-handedly led his team to victory in Qualifier 2 against the Rajasthan Royals by smashing a magnificent century. His stellar record in the IPL playoffs proves that pressure does not faze him in the slightest. On their home turf in Ahmedabad, GT will be hoping that their captain once again puts his brilliance on display—for the very last time this season.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar Bhuvneshwar Kumar has truly stolen the spotlight in IPL 2026 so far. This season, the veteran has been RCB's standout performer, delivering some magnificent displays with the ball. Playing for the defending champions, he has claimed 26 wickets across 15 matches, maintaining an impressive economy rate of just 8.00. His performance against GT in Qualifier 1 was equally phenomenal, as he bagged two wickets within his allotted quota of overs. A two-time 'Purple Cap' winner, this seasoned campaigner will be looking to deliver another stellar performance for his team in this crucial encounter.
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