IPL 2026: RCB Set to Face GT in Crucial Qualifier Match
Exciting Clash Ahead in IPL 2026
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 is approaching its climax. On Tuesday, May 26, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), the defending champions, will take on the Gujarat Titans (GT) in the first qualifier at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium located in Dharamsala. The victor of this match will secure a spot in the final, while the losing team will have to compete against the winner of the Eliminator match between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Mullanpur on Friday for another chance at the title.
Both RCB and GT finished the season with 18 points, showcasing remarkably similar performances. Their superior net run rates enabled them to clinch the top two positions. Each team boasts a well-rounded lineup, featuring players who consistently contribute to their success. A significant boost for RCB is the return of Phil Salt, who had been sidelined due to a finger injury during the latter part of the league stage. Meanwhile, bowlers like Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, and Rasikh Salam have been effective in taking wickets, while batsmen such as Virat Kohli, Venkatesh Iyer, Rajat Patidar, and Tim David are in good form. However, RCB will need to address their inconsistent spin bowling before facing GT.
Live Streaming Details for RCB vs GT
When is the RCB vs GT Qualifier 1 scheduled to be broadcast live in India?
The RCB vs GT Qualifier 1 will be available for live viewing in India on May 26 at 7:30 AM IST.
Where can viewers watch the RCB vs GT Qualifier 1 live in India?
This match will be streamed live on the Star Sports Network and Disney+ Hotstar.
Team Lineups
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Venkatesh Iyer, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar(c), Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Suyash Sharma, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Salam Dar, Philip Salt, Abhinandan Singh, Swapnil Singh, Jordan Cox, Kanishk Chouhan, Jacob Duffy, Richard Gleeson, Vicky Ostwal, Vihaan Malhotra, Mangesh Yadav, Satvik Deswal
Gujarat Titans: Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill(c), Jos Buttler(w), Washington Sundar, Nishant Sindhu, Jason Holder, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Arshad Khan, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Anuj Rawat, Glenn Phillips, Rahul Tewatia, Kulwant Khejroliya, Kumar Kushagra, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Shahrukh Khan, Ishant Sharma, Luke Wood, Ashok Sharma, Connor Esterhuizen, Gurnoor Brar, Manav Suthar, Jayant Yadav