IPL 2026 Final: GT vs RCB match prediction – Who will win today’s match between Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bengaluru?

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Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru have been dubbed as the favourites to lift the IPL 2026 title as they take on Gujarat Titans in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. RCB stormed into the IPL 2026 final after defeating GT by 92 runs in the Qualifier 1. Meanwhile, Shubman Gill and co. thrashed Rajasthan Royals by 7 wickets in the Qualifier 2 to make the most of their second opportunity to reach the final.

While GT will have the home ground advantage in the IPL 2026 final, RCB are a better-looking side, whose departments have performed in perfect sync in this season. Rajat Patidar and co. are favourites to lift the trophy for the second consecutive time, even though GT are expected to provide a tough fight.

Narendra Modi Stadium pitch report for GT vs RCB, IPL 2026 final

A run-fest is on the cards in the IPL 2026 final between GT and RCB as the average first innings score at the venue in IPL 2026 is 193 runs, and overall is 208 runs. Teams have scored at a run-rate of 9.17 in this year’s edition of the tournament, making the lives of the bowlers miserable at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The stat – 37% of dot balls in IPL 2026 at the venue – is a significant indicator as to what to expect from the surface in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

The teams that have batted first at the venue have won 62% of the matches (8 times) while the teams chasing have won 38% (5 times). Overall, the teams that have won the toss have a win percentage of 54%.

1. Average first innings total – 193
2. Average Run-Rate – 9.17
3. Batting first team win: 62%
4. Chasing team win: 38%

Ahmedabad Weather Report

Temperature: 41°C (Day) / 30°C (Night)

Humidity: 45% – 52%

Wind Speed: 10 – 14 mph

Rain Forecast: 0% chance of precipitation (Clear skies)

GT vs RCB: Team news & current form

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB): The defending champions head into the final with immense rest and surging confidence. Their utter dominance in Qualifier 1 against the Titans showed exactly why they are the team to beat. Their top order has been firing on all cylinders, and their bowling unit has learned how to strangle opponents in middle overs. With the core clicking in unison, RCB stands on the precipice of securing back-to-back IPL titles.

Gujarat Titans (GT): Under Shubman Gill, the Titans showed immense mental fortitude by completely brushing aside their Qualifier 1 heartbreak. They enters the finals with hot momentum after pulling off an emphatic chase in Qualifier 2. Shubman Gill is at the absolute peak of his powers, fresh off hitting his 5th IPL career century. Supported by Sai Sudharsan and the tactical bowling genius of Rashid Khan, GT has proven they have the championship DNA to peak when it matters most, especially in front of a 130,000-strong home crowd.

GT vs RCB head-to-head record in IPL 2026

The two powerhouse franchises have fought intense battles this season, setting up a thrilling tie-breaker for the trophy:

• Qualifier 1: Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by 92 runs in a completely one-sided affair.
• League Stage: Shares spoils across the regular season fixtures, making this final the ultimate decider.

Win Probability

• Royal Challengers Bengaluru: 51%
• Gujarat Titans: 49%

Match prediction: Who will win GT vs RCB, IPL 2026 final?

While Gujarat Titans hold the ultimate momentum following Shubman Gill’s jaw-dropping century in Qualifier 2 and possess a distinct home-ground advantage, Royal Challengers Bengaluru enter the final as paper-thin favorites. RCB’s comprehensive 92-run victory over GT just a few days ago gives them a massive psychological cushion, and their fresher squad could play a pivotal role under the scorching Ahmedabad heat. Expect Gill and Rashid Khan to push RCB to the absolute limit in front of their home fans, but the defending champions’ unmatched batting depth and stability should see them retain the silverware.