RCB vs GT: A Battle for IPL Glory and Lucrative Prize Money

The IPL 2026 final is set to be an exhilarating showdown between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans. Both teams aim to secure their second title and a lucrative ₹20 crore prize. With a total prize pool of ₹46.5 crores, the stakes are high. RCB is favored to win, having historically benefited from winning the first qualifier. This match promises not only excitement on the field but also significant financial rewards for the champions. Read on to find out more about the match and its implications.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 31, 2026, 18:11 IST

Exciting IPL Final Awaits

On Sunday, May 31, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will face off against the Gujarat Titans (GT) in a thrilling final at the Narendra Modi Stadium. This match is not only about securing their second Indian Premier League (IPL) title but also about claiming a substantial cash prize that comes with it. Both teams have previously won the championship once and are vying to join the elite group of four-time champions alongside Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Mumbai Indians (MI), and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

Financial Rewards Await the Champions

The victorious team will take home an impressive ₹20 crore in prize money, consistent with previous seasons. As of now, there has been no announcement from the BCCI regarding any changes to the prize structure, which has remained unchanged since 2021.

IPL 2026 Prize Money Breakdown

Teams	Prize Money	Finish
Royal Challengers Bengaluru or Gujarat Titans	₹20 crores	Winners
Gujarat Titans or Royal Challengers Bengaluru	₹13 crores	Runners-Up
Rajasthan Royals	₹7 Crores	Qualifier 2 Loser
Sunrisers Hyderabad	₹6.5 Crores	Eliminator Loser

The total prize pool for this season stands at ₹46.5 crores, with no financial rewards for teams that did not make it to the playoffs. However, teams can still generate revenue through broadcast rights, advertisements, and ticket sales. Additionally, individual awards such as the orange cap, purple cap, and most valuable player (MVP) will be presented during the post-match ceremony.

As for the match itself, RCB is considered the favorite to clinch the title, as historically, the team that wins the first qualifier has gone on to win the championship in all eight previous seasons. The last team to win the trophy after coming from the second qualifier was the Mumbai Indians (MI) back in 2017.