The stage is set for the grand finale of the Indian Premier League 2026 as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) take on Gujarat Titans (GT) at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. With the IPL trophy on the line, two of the season’s most impressive teams will battle for cricket’s biggest domestic prize.
The Narendra Modi Stadium is known for hosting high-scoring encounters and memorable finals. The pitch selected for the championship match is expected to favor batters, offering plenty of opportunities for stroke-makers to dominate. Fans can look forward to another thrilling contest packed with boundaries, big partnerships, and intense moments.
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru have once again showcased why they are among the strongest teams in the competition. Their journey to the final has been built on consistent performances, a powerful batting lineup, and contributions from players throughout the squad. RCB have regularly posted and chased down massive totals this season, proving their depth and flexibility in all conditions.
Virat Kohli has provided stability at the top, while Rajat Patidar, Devdutt Padikkal, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, and Venkatesh Iyer have stepped up in crucial situations. Their ability to produce match-winning performances across the batting order has been one of the biggest reasons behind RCB’s successful title defense campaign.
Gujarat Titans have taken a different route to the final. After an inconsistent start to IPL 2026, GT found momentum during the middle stages of the tournament and quickly established themselves as one of the strongest contenders. A series of impressive victories helped them secure a top-two finish before they booked their place in the final through Qualifier 2.
A major factor in Gujarat’s resurgence has been the impact of Jason Holder. The experienced all-rounder strengthened the bowling attack and added valuable balance to the side. Alongside a disciplined bowling unit, Gujarat’s top-order batters have consistently delivered strong starts throughout the season.
The spotlight will once again be on captain Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan, who have formed one of the most successful opening partnerships of IPL 2026. Their performances at the top of the order will be crucial if Gujarat Titans are to challenge RCB’s bowling attack and lift their second IPL title.
With RCB aiming to continue their dominance and Gujarat Titans looking to complete an impressive comeback story, the IPL 2026 Final promises to deliver high-quality cricket, unforgettable moments, and a fitting end to another exciting season.
Match Details
Match: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans, Final
Tournament: Indian Premier League 2026
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Date: Today
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Squads:
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Venkatesh Iyer, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar(c), Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jacob Duffy, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Salam Dar, Romario Shepherd, Suyash Sharma, Kanishk Chouhan, Abhinandan Singh, Jordan Cox, Philip Salt, Richard Gleeson, Swapnil Singh, Vicky Ostwal, Satvik Deswal, Vihaan Malhotra, Mangesh Yadav
Gujarat Titans: Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill(c), Jos Buttler(w), Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, Nishant Sindhu, Jason Holder, Rashid Khan, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj, Glenn Phillips, Anuj Rawat, Kumar Kushagra, Arshad Khan, Luke Wood, Connor Esterhuizen, Ishant Sharma, Jayant Yadav, Shahrukh Khan, Kulwant Khejroliya, Gurnoor Brar, Ashok Sharma, Manav Suthar
