IPL 2026: RCB vs GT Match Prediction, Final - Who will win today’s IPL match between Bengaluru and Gujarat?
Who will win today’s IPL match between Bengaluru and Gujarat? (Source: IPLT20.com)
Published - 30 May 2026, 11:00 PM• Read time - 12 mins
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will lock horns with Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Indian Premier League 2026 (IPL 2026) final on Sunday, May 31, at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. RCB sealed their spot in the summit clash after finishing on top of the IPL 2026 points table and beating GT in qualifier 1.
On the other hand, Gujarat finished second on the points table and beat Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Qualifier 2 to enter the final. Both teams are searching for their second IPL title as RCB are the defending champions, while GT tasted their first success during their debut season in 2022.
RCB have a slight upper hand heading into the fixture, having beaten GT five times out of nine matches, while Gujarat will have the advantage of playing at their home ground in Ahmedabad. With the two most dominant teams set to collide to stake a claim on the coveted trophy, fans will be guaranteed some riveting action on the cricket pitch, bound to leave them swooning.
RCB vs GT Match Info
| Date | Fixture | Match | Venue | Start time (Local time) |
| Sunday, May 31 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans | Final | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 7:30 PM |
Narendra Modi Stadium Stats in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 52 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 26 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 26 (including 1 tie won by bowling first) |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 181 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 162 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 243/5 (20 ovs) by PBKS vs GT in 2025 |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 86/10 (14.5) by SRH vs GT, 2026 |
| Highest Score Chased | 205 (207/7 in 20 overs) by KKR vs GT in 2023 |
| Lowest Score Defended | 130 by DC vs GT, 2023 |
Narendra Stadium Pitch Report and Playing Conditions:
| Aspect | Batters | Pacers | Spinners |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Assistance | Good | Favourable | Decent |
| Bounce | Good | Good | Decent |
| Movement | Good | Minimal after powerplay | Good |
| Best Phase | Almost Throughout | With new ball | Middle Overs |
RCB vs GT Head-to-Head record in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 9 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 5 |
| Gujarat Titans | 4 |
GT vs RCB Playing 11 with Impact sub
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
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
Gujarat Titans
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
Players to watch out for in RCB vs GT
Virat Kohli
The star batter has been the leading run scorer for RCB in the ongoing season with 600 runs to his name from 15 innings at an average of 50 and a strike rate of 164.38. Kohli doesn’t have a great record in IPL finals with just one half-century to his name from four innings, which came in 2016, when he scored 54 (35) against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). In the last year’s final, he again struggled to get going and was eventually dismissed for 43 (35) against Punjab Kings (PBKS). Kohli will be eyeing to set his record straight in the upcoming fixture and guide RCB to their second successive title with a big knock.
Kagiso Rabada
Kagiso Rabada has played a key role in Gujarat’s success throughout the season, being the leading wicket taker of the tournament with 28 wickets from 16 innings at an average of 20.78 and an economy of 9.43. Rabada has been instrumental in dismantling the top order, as he also has the most wickets in the powerplay this season. He’s been lethal on the bouncy surface at the Narendra Modi Stadium and will again pose a big threat to RCB’s batters in the all-important final.
Today's Match Prediction: Royal Challengers Bengaluru to win
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on current form, team balance, and available match data. Cricket remains unpredictable, and actual results may vary.
