Live IPL 2026 Final, RCB vs GT: Virat Kohli once again showed why he is called the chase master. In a high-pressure final, he stood up when it mattered most and held the innings together for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Wickets kept falling at the other end, but Kohli stayed calm and kept the chase under control. He played a brilliant knock of 75 off 42 balls, guiding RCB to a five-wicket win and helping them successfully defend their IPL title against Gujarat Titans. Kohli finished the chase with a maximum.

While Kohli was the main difference with the bat, RCB’s bowlers also deserve credit. Their disciplined and economical spell earlier in the game stopped GT from building any real momentum, which made the chase much easier in the end.

Why was the second inning of the IPL 2026 Final delayed?

The second innings of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 final between RCB and GT has been delayed as Padma Shri Kailash Kher set the stage for the closing ceremony of the mega event with his iconic songs.

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RCB's Chase Begins

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) openers Virat Kohli and Venkatesh Iyer are taking the field for a modest 156-run chase. Gujarat will surely look for an early breakthrough to get back into the game. On the other hand, Kohli, who had just one half-century in the IPL final, looks to change his record to guide his side to defend the IPL title.

Venkatesh Iyer Started Going Areal

Venkatesh Iyer, who got hit on his knee during the first over, has started smashing the bowlers all over the ground. Despite limping, the destructive opener smashed 18 runs from the second over. 

RCB: 23-0(2)

Virat, Venkatesh Put RCB in cruise mode

After the iconic bowling display, RCB openers Virat Kohli and Venkatesh Iyer started attacking the GT bowlers. The duo scored 13 runs from the third over. GT now need to work on their strategy to stop their scoring rate and pick some wickets. 

RCB 36-0(3)

Kohli Starts Calling the Shots in IPL 2026 Final

Virat Kohli, who had a forgettable record in the finals of the Indian Premier League (IPL) has smashed Kagiso Rabada to all over the ground. The legendary batter smashed 19 runs in five balls, including one six and three fours. However, Rabada bowled a dot ball to end his over. RCB need 101 runs to win the title.

RCB: 55-0(4)

Mohammed Siraj removes Venkatesh Iyer

Mohammed Siraj tried to shift the momentum of the game, removing Venkatesh Iyer, who smashed 32 runs to damage GT's hopes of winning the title. Devdutt Padikkal has joined Virat Kohli for the chase. 

How did Venkatesh Iyer get out?

Venkatesh Iyer was dismissed by Mohammed Siraj after he mistimed a pull shot off a short ball. The top edge went high in the air and Kagiso Rabada took a simple catch at mid-on. He scored 32 runs off 16 balls, including four fours and two sixes.

RCB 63-1(5)

Devdutt Padikkal who joined Virat Kohli after Venkatesh Iyer's wicket has dismissed after scoring just one run. Skipper Rajat Patidar has joined Kohli for the chase. Despite losing two wickets in quick sucesson Kohli refused to stop attacking the bowlers. 

How did Devdutt Padikkal get out?

Devdutt Padikkal was dismissed by Kagiso Rabada for 1 run off 4 balls. He tried to back away and play an inside-out drive to a full delivery outside off, but ended up slicing it high towards third man. Arshad Khan ran across, nearly overran the ball, but held on to a well-judged catch to complete the dismissal.

RCB 70-2(6)

Over Summary (1–6):

70/2 RCB got off to a flying start in the powerplay, racing to 70 runs while losing two wickets. Mohammed Siraj had an early impact with some swing and a tight opening over, but the batters quickly shifted gears.

Venkatesh Iyer was in destructive form, taking Rabada for 18 runs in an over filled with boundaries, while Virat Kohli also joined the charge with a flurry of fours and a six as RCB brought up 50 in just 21 balls.

Rabada hit back later in the powerplay, removing Iyer after a quick 32 off 16 balls, ending a blazing cameo. Devdutt Padikkal then tried to keep the momentum going but mistimed one and was caught in the deep.

Despite the wickets, Kohli stayed composed at the other end and finished the powerplay in style with a six, keeping RCB firmly on track in the chase.

Over 8 Summary: RCB 88/2

RCB are still comfortably in control of the chase as they move to 88 for 2 after 8 overs. The scoring has come down a bit after the explosive start, but the situation is still very much in their favour.

Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar have kept things calm in the middle, picking up singles and the odd boundary whenever it’s available. Kohli looks especially fluent, already into the 30s, while Patidar is playing a steady supporting role.

Jason Holder bowled a tidy first over, giving away just 7 runs and not allowing any easy scoring options, which helped Gujarat Titans slow things down slightly.

Even so, RCB remain well ahead of the game, needing 68 runs from 72 balls with eight wickets in hand.

Rashid Khan removes Rajat Patidar

Afghanistan spinner Rashid Khan has picked up skipper Rajat Patidar's wicket as the batter managed to score 15 runs. GT are working hard to shift the momentum of the game. 

How did Rajat Patidar get out in the IPL 2026 final vs GT?

Rajat Patidar was caught by Kagiso Rabada at long-on off Rashid Khan's bowling. He attempted to hit a full leg-spin delivery over long-on but failed to middle the ball, slicing it high into the air, where Rabada took a comfortable catch. Patidar was dismissed for 15 runs off 13 balls (1 four, 1 six), recorded as c Kagiso Rabada b Rashid Khan.

Well, Rashid Khan again showed why he is a highly rated spinner in the shortest format of the game. The mystery spinner removed another RCB batter, Krunal Pandya. Tim David joined Kohli for the chase. 

How did Krunal Pandya get out in the IPL 2026 final vs GT?

Krunal Pandya was dismissed lbw by Rashid Khan for 1 run off 2 balls. He attempted a sweep shot against a full delivery from Rashid Khan but missed the ball completely, and the umpire gave him out leg before wicket. Krunal briefly consulted with Virat Kohli before deciding not to review the decision. He was recorded as lbw b Rashid Khan.

Virat Kohli completes a half-century

Virat Kohli smashed the half-century while leading the chase for RCB. The legendary batter completed his fifty in 25 balls, which is the fastest by the chase master in the history of the tournament. Royal Challengers Bengaluru need 41 runs in 49 balls.

Fastest 50s for Kohli in the IPL (by balls faced)

25 vs GT, Ahmedabad, 2026
26 vs RR, Bengaluru, 2018
26 vs DC, Delhi, 2018
27 vs LSG, Lucknow, 2025

RCB 116-4(12).

7-13 Overs Summary

Overs 7 to 13 proved decisive as RCB stayed firmly on course in the chase.Rajat Patidar got the momentum going with a big six, and RCB continued to score freely despite Mohammed Siraj conceding 11 runs in the seventh over.

Gujarat Titans found a spark through Rashid Khan. The leg-spinner struck in his very first over, removing Patidar for 15 before trapping Krunal Pandya lbw for just 1. The double blow briefly brought GT back into the contest.

But Virat Kohli refused to let the pressure build.He kept finding the boundary with remarkable ease and reached a brilliant half-century off just 25 balls, the fastest fifty of his IPL career.

Tim David also chipped in with a timely boundary, and although Rashid tested him with some tight bowling, RCB continued to keep the scoreboard moving.By the end of the 13th over, the chase remained firmly under RCB's control despite Rashid's twin strikes. Royal Challengers Bengaluru need 30 runs in 42 balls. 

RCB 126-4(13)

Arshad Khan removes Tim David

Arshad Khan provided GT with a late breakthrough, picking up Tim David's wicket on the final ball of the 14th over after conceding just six runs.

Virat Kohli remained rock-solid on 57 off 32 balls, while Tim David played his part as RCB reached 132/5. With only 24 runs needed from 36 deliveries, Bengaluru stayed firmly in command of the IPL 2026 final. Jitesh Sharma joined Virat Kohli for the chase.

How did Tim David get out in the IPL 2026 final vs GT?

Tim David was dismissed for 24 off 17 balls after edging a short-of-length delivery from Arshad Khan. Attempting to create room and push the ball through the off-side, David only managed a faint outside edge that was caught by Jos Buttler behind the stumps. Although the on-field umpire initially turned down the appeal, Gujarat Titans successfully reviewed the decision, with UltraEdge confirming the edge. David was dismissed as c Jos Buttler b Arshad Khan.

Gujarat Titans' (GT) Innings

Here's what happened so far in IPL 2026 Final: 

Gujarat Titans managed to score 155 runs in 20 overs as the side failed to build a partnership here at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. RCB need 156 runs to win their second consecutive title. 

How did Shubman Gill get out in the IPL 2026 final?

Shubman Gill was dismissed by Josh Hazlewood in the third over of the IPL 2026 final. Attempting to play a pull shot against a short-of-length delivery, Gill failed to time the ball properly and ended up slicing it high in the air. RCB captain Rajat Patidar, stationed at mid-off, moved to his right and completed a comfortable catch. Gill departed after scoring 10 runs off 8 balls, giving RCB an early breakthrough in the title clash.

Soon after Shubman Gil his opening partner Sai Sudharshan also got out on the fourth ball of the fourth over. This time, Bhuvneshwar Kumar did it for the defending champions

How did Sai Sudharsan get out in the IPL 2026 final?

Sai Sudharsan was dismissed by Bhuvneshwar Kumar after mistiming a pull shot against a short-pitched delivery. Expecting a different line and length, Sudharsan was caught off guard by the bouncer and could only manage a top edge. The ball flew towards short fine leg, where Jitesh Sharma ran to his right and completed a well-judged catch. Sudharsan was dismissed for 12 runs off 12 balls, giving RCB another crucial early wicket in the IPL 2026 final.

How did Gujarat Titans perform in the power play of the IPL 2026 final?

Gujarat Titans’ batting powerplay was controlled by Royal Challengers Bengaluru, who made early inroads with the ball. GT scored 45 runs in the first six overs but lost two important wickets, which slowed their momentum.

Sai Sudharsan got off to a positive start with a couple of boundaries but later had a lucky escape after an early dismissal was overturned on review. Shubman Gill also looked in good touch with a few elegant shots, but was eventually dismissed by Josh Hazlewood after mistiming a shot straight to the fielders.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar added to RCB’s strong start by removing Sai Sudharsan with a well-directed bouncer.

Rasikh Salam Dar removes Nishant Sindhu to keep the momentum in RCB's favour

After losing two wickets in the powerplay, GT batters Jos Buttler and Nishant Sindhu tried to revive the batting, but Rasikh Salam Dar removed Sindhu on 20 runs in the last ball of the eighth over. GT are 55-3 after eight overs.

How did Nishant Sindhu get out in the IPL 2026 final?

Nishant Sindhu was dismissed by Rasikh Salam Dar after mistiming a shot while trying to accelerate the scoring. The delivery was bowled into the pitch, and Sindhu attempted to play it with more intent but failed to get the timing right. The ball went high in the air and was safely taken by Devdutt Padikkal in the deep. Sindhu scored 20 runs off 18 balls, hitting three fours before getting out in the IPL 2026 final.

Washington Sundar Survives After Third Umpire Review

Jacob Duffy almost had Washington Sundar with a short ball down the leg side. Sundar went for the pull shot but failed to middle it, and the ball flew towards fine leg, where Cox appeared to complete the catch.

The on-field umpires immediately referred the decision to the third umpire to check whether the catch was taken cleanly. Replays showed that Cox did not have full control of the ball as he attempted to complete the catch. The ball appeared to make contact with the ground while still between his fingers, creating enough doubt over the legality of the catch.

After reviewing multiple angles, the third umpire ruled Washington Sundar not out.

Why was Washington Sundar not given out?

Washington Sundar was ruled not out because the third umpire found that the fielder did not have complete control of the ball before it appeared to touch the ground. As a result, the catch was deemed incomplete, allowing Sundar to continue his innings.

RCB vs GT Live Score: GT: 67-3(11)

Krunal Pandya picked up Jos Buttler's wicket in the crucial moment of the game. Just when things started looking under control, Pandya removed Buttler well, it could be a game-changing moment for the defending champions.

How Did Jos Buttler Get Out in IPL 2026 final?

Jos Buttler was stumped after a brilliant piece of bowling from Krunal Pandya. Spotting Buttler charging down the pitch, Krunal kept his eyes fixed on the batter and delivered a quick, wide yorker outside off stump. Buttler stretched to reach it but couldn't make any contact. Jitesh Sharma gathered the ball cleanly behind the stumps and whipped off the bails in a flash. It was a massive breakthrough for RCB, as Buttler looked set to accelerate after getting himself in.

Over Summary (7-13): RCB Take Control

• Krunal Pandya bowled with excellent control, keeping the scoring rate in check.
• Rasikh Dar struck at a crucial moment, dismissing Nishant Sindhu as GT looked to shift gears.
• Washington Sundar survived on 4 after a fine-leg catch was ruled not clean following a third-umpire review.
• Krunal's economical spell continued to build pressure, with GT struggling to find boundaries.
• Jacob Duffy chipped in with a tight over to further restrict the flow of runs.
• The turning point came when Krunal outfoxed Jos Buttler, who was stumped after stepping out of his crease.
• Arshad Khan provided a brief spark with the first six of the match.
• Overall, GT managed only 37 runs in seven overs while losing two key wickets, allowing RCB to tighten their grip on the contest.

Soon after Rahul Tewatia's wicket, RCB refused to give time to any batter to get set on the crease as Bhuvneshwar Kumar got rid of Jason Holder, bowling a short-pitched delivery.

How did Jason Holder get out in the IPL 2026 final?

Jason Holder was dismissed by Bhuvneshwar Kumar after mistiming a pull shot against a short-pitched delivery. The ball climbed sharply towards him, and Holder failed to get on top of the bounce, resulting in a thick top edge. The ball went straight up in the air, allowing Josh Hazlewood to comfortably complete the catch at short third man. Holder scored 7 runs off 5 balls before his innings was cut short, giving RCB another important breakthrough in the IPL 2026 final.

How did Rashid Khan get out in the IPL 2026 final?

Rashid Khan's quick cameo came to an end when Rasikh Salam Dar outfoxed him with a well-directed short ball. Looking to score quickly, Rashid backed away and went for an aggressive pull shot, but failed to get the timing right. The ball took a top edge and flew towards deep backward square leg, where Romario Shepherd kept his composure and completed a safe catch. Rashid departed after scoring 7 runs off just 3 balls, including a six, as RCB picked up another wicket in the closing stages of the Gujarat Titans innings.

GT innings

Overs 1-6: 45/2 at 7.5 RPO
Overs 7-15: 60/3 at 6.66 RPO
Overs 16-20: 50/3 at 10 RPO

Brief Scores:

Gujarat Titans 155 for 8 in 20 overs (Washington Sundar 50 not out; Bhuvneshwar Kumar 2/29, Josh Hazlewood 2/37, Rasikh Salam 3/27).

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: 161/5 in 18 overs (Venkatesh Iyer 32, Virat Kohli 75 not out; Rashid Khan 2/25).