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The IPL 2026 season has reached its final night, and the stage could hardly be bigger. Royal Challengers Bengaluru will face Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, May 31, with both teams chasing history in different ways.
RCB are one win away from defending their crown and becoming back-to-back IPL champions, while GT are trying to lift their second title at their own home ground. Bengaluru entered the final through the clean route, hammering Gujarat by 92 runs in Qualifier 1, while Shubman Gill’s side had to recover through Qualifier 2 after beating Rajasthan Royals. Now, after 73 matches, the trophy will be decided under lights in Ahmedabad.
RCB vs GT IPL 2026 final match details
IPL 2026 final will be played between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans on Sunday, May 31. The match will take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, which is also Gujarat Titans’ home venue during the league stage.
The match is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM IST. The toss is expected at 7:00 PM IST (unless weather plays its part).
RCB are entering the final as defending champions and table-toppers. Rajat Patidar’s side finished the league stage strongly and then produced one of their best performances of the season in Qualifier 1, defeating GT by 92 runs. Patidar’s unbeaten 93 was the defining innings of that match, while RCB’s bowlers completely dismantled Gujarat.
GT, however, have already shown they can respond to pressure. After the defeat in Qualifier 1, they bounced back in Qualifier 2 against Rajasthan Royals, with Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan playing key roles. Gill’s form makes the final even more compelling, especially with Virat Kohli on the other side. It is the “King vs Prince” storyline on the biggest night of the season.
RCB vs GT: Where to Watch IPL 2026 final in India
Fans in India can watch the RCB vs GT IPL 2026 final live on the Star Sports Network.
The match will be available across Star Sports channels in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, and regional feeds.
Live streaming in India will be available on the JioHotstar app and website. Viewers can follow the match online through mobile, desktop and connected TV platforms.
RCB vs GT: Where to Watch IPL 2026 final outside India
- UK: The IPL 2026 final will be broadcast on Sky Sports Cricket and Sky Sports Main Event. Fans can stream the match live on Sky Go. Non-Sky subscribers can watch through NOW TV.
- The USA and Canada: Willow TV will broadcast the final. Live streaming will be available on the Willow TV app, and fans can also access it through platforms such as Fubo and Sling TV.
- Australia, Fox Cricket will show the match on television. Fans can stream the final through Foxtel and Kayo Sports.
- South Africa, SuperSport will carry the live broadcast, including on SS Cricket. Streaming will be available through SuperSport and DStv platforms.
- New Zealand, Sky Sport NZ will broadcast the IPL 2026 final.
- Afghanistan, Ariana Radio and Television Network will show the match.
- Sri Lanka, fans can stream IPL 2026 action on ThePapare.com.
- In select MENA countries, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, and Bahrain, fans can watch IPL 2026 through Cricbuzz.
- UAE - beIN Sports, CricLife, CricLife App, Noon and StarzPlay
- West Indies - Flow Sports and Flos Sports App
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RCB vs GT: Why this IPL 2026 Final matters
This is not just another IPL final. RCB are trying to do something only the strongest teams in league history have managed: defend an IPL title. After finally ending their long wait in 2025, Bengaluru now stand one win away from turning relief into dominance.
GT, meanwhile, have the comfort and pressure of playing the final in Ahmedabad. The Narendra Modi Stadium has been a major stage for them before, and they have already won an IPL final there. The last time RCB played GT here, Gujarat restricted Bengaluru to 155 and chased it down inside 16 overs.
That makes the final fascinating. RCB have the confidence of beating GT heavily in Qualifier 1. GT have the home conditions, Gill's form and the memory of past success in Ahmedabad.
For RCB, it is about back-to-back glory. For GT, it is about reclaiming the trophy at home. For everyone watching, it is the final chapter of IPL 2026.
