LIVE BLOG31 May 2026 | 05:24:29 PM ISTIPL 2026 Final: RCB vs GT SynopsisGT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final Live Score, Gujarat Titans vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Final: Royal Challengers Bengaluru enter the IPL 2026 final look to defend their title against Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad on Sunday. RCB's aggressive batting and disciplined bowling face a GT side built around consistency and a strong bowling attack, setting up a clash of contrasting styles for the championship.The IPL 2026 final promises a fascinating battle of contrasting approaches as defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru take on Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad on Sunday. RCB have reached the summit clash on the back of an ultra-aggressive batting strategy led by Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Devdutt Padikkal, Tim David and others, while their bowling unit, spearheaded by Bhuvneshwar Kumar, has consistently restricted opponents.Gujarat Titans vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru match scorecardGujarat Titans, meanwhile, have relied on a more measured approach. Skipper Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan and Jos Buttler have carried much of the batting burden, providing stability at the top. Their bowling attack, featuring Purple Cap leader Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Rashid Khan and Prasidh Krishna, has been among the most effective in the tournament.RCB are aiming to become only the third team after Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians to win back-to-back IPL titles. Gujarat Titans, champions in 2022, will look to upset the reigning champions and reclaim the trophy. The spotlight will also be on Siraj's fitness after the pacer appeared to struggle with a shoulder issue during Qualifier 2.With explosive batting, quality pace attacks and two of the tournament's most consistent teams facing off, the IPL 2026 final is set for a high-stakes showdown at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Show more Show less1 New UpdateGT vs RCB Live Updates: Run machine Virat Kohli has a poor run in the knockout. Is this the season he breaks the jinx?GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Live Score Updates: For all his achievements in white-ball cricket, Royal Challengers Bengaluru star batter Virat Kohli heads into the IPL 2026 final with an opportunity to improve a record that has remained below his usual standards.As RCB chase a second successive IPL title against Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad on Sunday, Kohli will be keen to make a bigger impact in a championship match. Across four IPL finals, the former RCB captain has scored 139 runs at an average of 34.75 and a strike rate of 126.36. His only half-century in an IPL final came in 2016, when he made 54 against Sunrisers Hyderabad.Kohli's numbers in the IPL playoffs have also been relatively modest by his lofty standards. In 18 playoff appearances, he has accumulated 439 runs at an average of 27.43 and a strike rate of 124.71, with two fifties and a highest score of 70 not out.However, the 37-year-old has enjoyed greater success in T20 finals overall. In eight appearances across competitions, he has scored 344 runs at an average of 49.14 and a strike rate above 125, including three half-centuries, with a best score of 77.The RCB talisman enters the final in strong form. He has scored 600 runs in IPL 2026, making him the tournament's sixth-highest run-scorer. His tally has come at an average of 50 and a strike rate of 164.38, featuring one century and four fifties, with an unbeaten 105 being his highest score of the season.GT vs RCB Live Updates: GT’s road to finalGT vs RCB IPL 2026 Live Score Updates: Gujarat Titans’ road to the 2026 IPL final was a tale of resilience and a remarkable comeback. After a slow start to the season, where they managed only three wins in their first seven matches, GT turned their campaign around in spectacular fashion under the leadership of Shubman Gill. A strong second half of the league stage saw them win five matches in a row and finish second on the points table, establishing themselves as one of the tournament’s most balanced sides. Despite suffering a crushing defeat to RCB in Qualifier 1, GT responded like true contenders, chasing down a record 215 runs against Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2 — the highest successful chase in IPL playoff history — powered by Gill’s match-winning century. From early struggles to a dominant playoff comeback, GT’s journey to their third IPL final in five seasons reflected their ability to thrive under pressure and rise when it mattered most. GT vs RCB Live Updates: RCB’s road to finalGT vs RCB IPL 2026 Live Score Updates: RCB’s journey to the 2026 IPL final was a story of consistency, resilience, and dominance. Entering the season as defending champions, they started strongly with wins over SRH and CSK, recovered quickly from occasional setbacks, and never allowed a losing streak to derail their campaign. Led by a fearless batting approach and a well-balanced squad, RCB finished at the top of the points table after emerging as the most consistent side throughout the league stage. They then delivered a statement performance in Qualifier 1, posting a record-breaking 254/5 against Gujarat Titans and securing a massive victory to book a direct place in the final. From defending their title to dominating the league and playoffs, RCB’s road to the 2026 final showcased a team that looked every bit worthy of becoming back-to-back champions.GT vs RCB Live Updates: Who are in the Titans' squadGT vs RCB IPL 2026 Live Score Updates: The Gujarat Titans, led by Shubman Gill, includeBatters: Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Shahrukh Khan.Wicket Keepers: Anuj Rawat, Jos Buttler, Kumar Kushagra, Tom Banton.All-Rounders: Glenn Phillips, Jason Holder, Nishant Sindhu, Rahul Tewatia, Washington Sundar, Sai Kishore, Jayant Yadav, Arshad Khan, Shahrukh Khan, Manav Suthar.Bowlers: Rashid Khan, Mohammed Siraj, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna, Ishant Sharma, Gurnoor Brar, Ashok Sharma, Luke Wood, Prithvi Raj Yarra.GT vs RCB Live Updates: Here’s a look at the ChallengersGT vs RCB IPL 2026 Live Score Updates: Here's the full squadCaptain: Rajat PatidarBatters: Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Kanishk Chouhan, Vihaan Malhotra, Satvik Deswal, Abhinandan SinghWicketkeepers: Philip Salt, Jitesh Sharma, Jordan CoxAll-Rounders: Venkatesh Iyer, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd, Jacob Bethell, Swapnil Singh, Mangesh Yadav, Vicky OstwalBowlers: Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma, Rasikh Salam Dar, Nuwan Thushara, Jacob DuffyGT vs RCB Live Updates: The mega showdownGT vs RCB IPL 2026 Live Score Updates: Hello, ET readers or need we say IPL fans! It’s the D-Day. 70 league matches, four teams in race to finals and it comes down to two teams fighting for the champions’ crown for IPL 2026. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru are set to start their era with eyes on their second consecutive title, while Gujarat Titans, the 2022 winners, have their eyes on the trophy, what would be Shubman Gill’s first as skipper. So, are you ready? The action begins soon. Stay tuned with us for an action packed evening.