IPL 2026 Final: RCB Faces Gujarat Titans in a Thrilling Showdown

The IPL 2026 final is set to be an exhilarating clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium. With both teams showcasing impressive performances throughout the season, fans can expect a thrilling showdown. Key players like Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill will be pivotal in their respective teams' strategies. The match will kick off at 7:30 PM IST following the toss at 7:00 PM IST. Stay tuned for an exciting conclusion to this year's IPL!

By Narendra Chaudhary May 31, 2026, 17:09 IST

IPL 2026 Final Preview

The final match of IPL 2026 is set to feature the defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, squaring off against the 2022 champions, Gujarat Titans, on Sunday, May 31. This exciting championship clash will take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The Titans secured their spot in the final by overcoming Rajasthan Royals with a seven-wicket victory in Qualifier 2, while RCB advanced after a commanding 92-run win over GT in Qualifier 1 on May 26.

Gujarat Titans have demonstrated impressive form at the Narendra Modi Stadium, winning five out of seven matches played there this season. They will be eager to clinch their second IPL title in five years, aiming to deliver another stellar performance for their home fans. Key players for the Titans include Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan, who currently hold the second and third positions in the Orange Cap race. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli has emerged as RCB's leading run-scorer with 600 runs across 15 matches, and veteran bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar has taken 26 wickets in the same number of games.

Head-to-Head Record

RCB vs GT Head-to-Head

Matches: 9
RCB: 4
GT: 5
NR: 0

Match Details

RCB vs GT Toss Time

The toss for the IPL 2026 final between RCB and GT is scheduled for 7:00 PM IST, with the match commencing at 7:30 PM IST.

Pitch Analysis

RCB vs GT Pitch Report

The IPL 2026 final will be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium, where Gujarat Titans previously scored 229/4 in a match and bowled out Chennai Super Kings for just 140 runs in 13.4 overs, showcasing their dominance. Generally, the pitch favors batters, but bowlers who can find the right lengths will also find assistance. The Titans' success at this venue can be attributed to their effective pace attack, which has thrived in the conditions throughout the season.

Probable Lineups

RCB vs GT Probable XI

RCB: Venkatesh Iyer, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (c), Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Salam Dar, Jacob Duffy, Romario Shepherd

GT: Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Nishant Sindhu, Washington Sundar, Jason Holder, Rashid Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Arshad Khan/R Sai Kishore