RCB vs GT: High-Stakes Clash Set for Bengaluru in IPL 2026
Both teams aim to regain momentum as Bengaluru hosts a crucial mid-season encounter
New Delhi , April 24: Royal Challengers Bengaluru will face Gujarat Titans in Match 34 of the Indian Premier League 2026 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Friday evening.
With the tournament entering its mid-phase, both sides are eager to bounce back and strengthen their position in the points table. RCB, currently placed third, will look to capitalize on their home advantage despite a recent six-wicket loss to Delhi Capitals. Phil Salt impressed with a quick 63 in that game, but concerns remain over the middle order and death bowling.
On the other hand, GT are under pressure after a heavy 99-run defeat against Mumbai Indians. Despite Kagiso Rabada picking up three wickets, the batting unit led by Shubman Gill failed to chase a 200-run target. With three wins and three losses so far, GT will be keen to improve their net run rate and climb up from sixth place.
Probable Playing XIs RCB: Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (c), Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Salam
GT: Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (wk), Washington Sundar, Glenn Phillips, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Ashok Sharma
Match Details
Match: RCB vs GT, Match 34
Date: April 24, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM IST (Toss at 7:00 PM)
Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru Live: Star Sports Network & JioHotstar With both teams looking to regain rhythm, fans can expect an intense contest in Bengaluru.
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