Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans will be part of a blockbuster showdown in the IPL 2026 Final at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahemedabad on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
Toss: RCB wins the toss and they decide to bowl first.
RCB vs GT: Team News and Key Players
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will once again rely heavily on Virat Kohli, who has been among the leading run-scorers this season.
Captain Rajat Patidar enters the final after a brilliant campaign, while Phil Salt and Liam Livingstone add firepower to the batting lineup.
RCB’s bowling attack has been equally impressive. Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and Yash Dayal have delivered crucial breakthroughs throughout the tournament.
For the Gujarat Titans, skipper Shubman Gill remains the centerpiece. Sai Sudharsan has enjoyed a remarkable season, while Jos Buttler’s experience in knockout games could prove decisive. Mohammed Siraj, Rashid Khan, and Prasidh Krishna lead a bowling unit capable of changing the game within a few overs.
RCB vs GT IPL 2026 Final Live Telecast and Streaming Details
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— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) May 31, 2026
Cricket fans can watch the IPL 2026 Final between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT) live on television as well as online streaming platforms across multiple countries.
| Country/Region | TV Channel | Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports Network | JioHotstar |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow TV / Fubo |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports Cricket | Sky Go / NOW TV |
| Australia | Fox Cricket | Kayo Sports |
| South Africa | SuperSport | DStv App |
| Middle East (MENA) | CricLife | StarzPlay / Noon |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Sport Now |
Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report
The Ahmedabad surface has generally favored batters during IPL 2026. Teams crossing the 190-run mark have often put opponents under pressure, although fast bowlers have found movement with the new ball during evening matches.
Dew is expected to play a role later in the night. Captains winning the toss may prefer to bowl first and chase under lights. A first-innings score between 190 and 210 could be considered competitive in the final.
RCB vs GT Head-to-Head Record
The rivalry between the two teams has produced several memorable contests.
- Matches Played: 9
- RCB Wins: 5
- GT Wins: 4
RCB also carries a psychological advantage after defeating the Gujarat Titans by 92 runs in Qualifier 1. However, Gujarat responded strongly to reach the final and will believe they can settle the score on the biggest stage.
“Finals are often decided by moments rather than performances,” former India opener Virender Sehwag recently said while describing the contest as a “50-50 battle.”
Prediction
Momentum favors RCB. Home conditions favor Gujarat Titans. One team has Virat Kohli chasing another IPL crown. The other has Shubman Gill looking to establish a new dynasty. Cricket fans could be in for a classic IPL final.
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