On May 26, 2026, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defeated the Gujarat Titans (GT) by 92 runs at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala. GT skipper Shubman Gill opted to bowl first but RCB made him regret that decision. They set a record score of 254/5 thanks to skipper Rajat Patidar’s incredible performance of 93 runs off just 33 balls. GT’s attempt to chase down the target fell apart quickly as they were bowled out for 162 in just 19.3 overs. Only Rahul Tewatia managed to put up a fight with 68 runs while the rest of the team crumbled. Here’s the detailed analysis of the RCB vs GT match result.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Innings: Patidar Masterclass
Batting first, RCB delivered a record playoff show. Kohli (43) and Padikkal (30) powered RCB to a blazing 76/1 in the powerplay. Although Holder took two quick wickets that slowed their momentum for a bit, skipper Rajat Patidar took center stage with an explosive unbeaten 93 off just 33 balls including a whopping 28 runs in a single over. Krunal Pandya contributed with a solid 43 and Jitesh Sharma’s quick 15 helped RCB accumulate 114 runs in the final six overs. They ended with a total of 254/5 and set a new record for the highest score in IPL playoff history.
Gujarat Titans (GT) Innings: Early collapse, Tewatia fightback
Chasing 255, RCB dominated Gujarat Titans with a commanding 92‑run victory. During their chase, GT struggled badly and ended up at 51/5 in the powerplay as Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood and Rasikh Salam tore through their top order. Sai Sudharsan was out hit-wicket, Shubman Gill could only score 2 runs and Jos Buttler’s aggressive 29 was cut short. Wickets continued to fall and by the 11th over, GT was in deep trouble at 87/7. Rahul Tewatia tried to turn things around with a brave 68 off 43 balls but without much help from his teammates GT was all out for 162 in 19.3 overs.
RCB vs GT Match Result: Key Moments
- Jason Holder (GT) struck twice in one over by dismissing Kohli and Padikkal.
- Rajat Patidar (93*) and Krunal Pandya (43) powered RCB with a blazing 95‑run stand off just 47 balls.
- Patidar (RCB) blasted 28 runs in the 15th over against Kulwant Khejroliya.
- Sai Sudharsan (GT) was out hit‑wicket as his bat slipped onto the stumps.
- Tim David (RCB) pulled off a stunning full‑stretch dive to grab the catch and end the innings.
Points Table Impact
RCB’s win takes them straight to the May 31 IPL 2026 final in Ahmedabad, while GT get a second chance in Qualifier 2 against the Eliminator winner (SRH vs RR). Here’s how the points table looks after RCB’s win over GT – Updated Points Table.
Key Performers and Awards
| Category | Details |
| Match Winner | Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) – won by 92 runs |
| Player of the Match | Rajat Patidar (RCB) – 93* off 33 balls |
| Most Wickets | Jacob Duffy (RCB) – 3 wickets in 4 overs |
| Top Scorer | Rajat Patidar (RCB) – 93* off 33 balls |
| Super Striker of the Match | Rajat Patidar (RCB) – Strike Rate 281.82 |
| Super Sixes of the Match | Rajat Patidar (RCB) – 9 Sixes |
| Most Fours of the Match | Rahul Tewatia (GT) – 8 Fours |
| TATA IPL Green Dot Ball | Bhuvneshwar Kumar (RCB) – 14 dot balls |
