IPL 2026: RCB vs GT Match Prediction, Qualifier 1 - Who will win today’s IPL match between Bengaluru and Gujarat?
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Qualifier 1 - Who will win today’s IPL match between Bengaluru and Gujarat? (Source: IPLT20.com)
Published - 25 May 2026, 10:30 PM• Read time - 12 mins
After some exciting action in the league stage of the Indian Premier League 2026 (IPL 2026), the focus now shifts to the playoffs as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT) will take on each other in Qualifier 1 on Tuesday, May 26, at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala. RCB finished the league stage on top of the IPL 2026 points table with 18 points from 14 games.
They lost their last fixture against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), which was an inconsequential game. But RCB will head into the game high on confidence, having beaten Punjab Kings at Dharamsala in their second last match. On the other hand, Gujarat finished second on the points table with 18 points to their name as well from 14 games.
They hammered Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 89 runs in their last fixture and are carrying good momentum into the playoffs. RCB and GT faced off twice in the league stage, winning one game each. Both teams will give their all in the upcoming fixture, with a spot in the final at stake.
RCB vs GT Match Info
| Date | Fixture | Match | Venue | Start time (Local time) |
| Tuesday, May 26 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans | Qualifier 1 | Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala | 7:30 PM |
HPCA Stadium Stats in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 17 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 10 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 07 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 192 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 167 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 241/7 (20) by RCB vs PBKS, 2024 |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 116/10 (19) by PBKS vs DCH, 2011 |
| Highest Score Chased | 211 [216/7 in 19 overs] by DC vs PBKS, 2026 |
| Lowest Score Defended | 167 by CSK vs PBKS, 2024 |
HPCA Stadium Pitch Report and Playing Conditions:
| Aspect | Batters | Pacers | Spinners |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Assistance | Good | Good | Decent |
| Bounce | Good | Good | Decent |
| Movement | Good | Minimal after powerplay | Good |
| Best Phase | Powerplay | With new ball | Middle Overs |
RCB vs GT Head-to-Head record in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 8 |
| Gujarat Titans | 4 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 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, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Rasikh Salam Dar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma/Jacob Duffy
Gujarat Titans
Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Washington Sundar, Jason Holder, Rahul Tewatia, Nishant Sindhu, Rashid Khan, Arshad Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna
Players to watch out for in RCB vs GT
Virat Kohli
The star batter is again in the middle of a prolific season, being RCB’s leading run scorer with 557 runs from 14 innings at an average of 50.63, having hit one hundred and four fifties. Kohli’s returns with the bat in the knockout stages of the IPL have been quite modest as he’s scored just two half-centuries from 17 innings. The star batter has a phenomenal record at the HPCA stadium and would aim for his third successive fifty-plus score at the venue in IPL in the upcoming fixture.
Kagiso Rabada
The South Africa speedster has been at his menacing best in the ongoing season, being the joint-highest wicket-taker, having scalped 24 wickets from 14 innings. With the HPCA stadium pitch traditionally known for assisting fast bowlers, Rabada will enjoy his outing in the helpful conditions as he sets his sights on dismantling RCB’s top order.
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.
