RCB vs GT Toss Prediction: Probable Playing XI, Match Prediction for IPL 2026 Final

Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans will battle for the IPL 2026 title after both teams produced outstanding performances throughout the season. RCB won nine out of their 14 league matches and finished at the top of the IPL points table. They carried that momentum into the playoffs with a stunning performance against the Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1.

Bengaluru completely dominated the game by posting a huge total of 254/5 after being asked to bat first. Captain Rajat Patidar played one of the best knocks of the season, remaining unbeaten on 93. Their bowling attack then bowled out Gujarat for 162 runs. Jacob Duffy starred with three wickets. The Gujarat Titans, however, responded strongly after that defeat and showed why they have been one of the best teams this season.

They finished second in the league standings and booked their place in the final with an impressive seven-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2. Chasing a massive target of 215 runs, Gujarat’s batting lineup once again delivered under pressure. Shubman Gill led from the front with a sensational century off just 53 balls, while Sai Sudharsan played a crucial supporting role with 58 runs.

RCB vs GT Toss Prediction

The skipper of the Gujarat Titans, Shubman Gill, will most likely end up winning the toss as per our RCB vs GT toss prediction today. He could opt to bat first, as in such a high-stakes match, scoreboard pressure could be a real defining factor, and GT will also back their bowling to defend the total at their home ground.

RCB vs GT Toss History

As per our RCB vs GT toss winner prediction, the team winning the coin flip can opt to bat first in the high-pressure clash. At the Narendra Modi Stadium, batting first sides have been slightly more successful with 4 wins out of the seven matches in IPL 2026.

RCB vs GT Team Performance

Royal Challengers Bengaluru enter the IPL 2026 final, winning four of their last five matches. Their last win was in Qualifier 1, where they thrashed the Gujarat Titans by 92 runs after posting a massive 254/5. Rajat Patidar’s unbeaten 93 helped RCB dominate the contest completely. Gujarat Titans, on the other hand, have won three of their last five games. Despite the heavy loss to RCB in Qualifier 1, GT bounced back well to reach the final.

RCB vs GT Today Playing 11 (Probable)

The defending champions might go ahead with the same winning combination, as they are coming off a win against the Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1. Meanwhile, GT might make a change based on the pitch in Narendra Modi Stadium, and could add another pacer in place of Sai Kishore if it seemed necessary as per our today toss prediction. Fantasy players can have a look at our RCB vs GT Dream11 prediction for more detailed analysis.

RCB vs GT Today Match Winner

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru enter the title clash after outclassing GT in Qualifier 1, while Gujarat bounced back impressively in Qualifier 2 to secure their place in the final. Bengaluru’s experienced core, featuring Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Josh Hazlewood, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, has delivered throughout the tournament. Bengaluru is also slightly ahead in the RCB vs GT H2H record.

On the other hand, the Gujarat Titans possess match-winners like Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, and Jos Buttler, making them equally dangerous. Considering recent form, RCB may hold a narrow advantage going into the summit clash, as GT's players may be a bit physically exhausted after frequent games across different venues, but the final is expected to be a closely fought contest that could go down to the last few overs.