The IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT) is scheduled to play tonight, Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala.
RCB vs GT – NS Player Link :
Kayo Hindi
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Playing XI :
- Gujarat Titans (GT): Shubman Gill (C), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (WK), Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, Jason Holder, Nishant Sandhu, Arshad Khan, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj.
- Chennai Super Kings (CSK): Ruturaj Gaikwad (C), Sanju Samson (WK), Urvil Patel, Dewald Brevis, Sarfaraz Khan, Shivam Dube, Kartik Sharma, Prashant Veer, Anshul Kamboj, Noor Ahmad, Spencer Johnson.
Where to Watch
You can catch the action live via the following platforms:
- Live Streaming: Available on the JioHotstar App & Website.
- TV Broadcast: Telecast across the Star Sports Network channels.
- CineArena: Telecast Free for Laptop and Mobile.
🏟️ Venue & Pitch Insights
Tonight’s match takes place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The venue features massive boundary dimensions, creating a distinct dynamic between bat and ball.
- Dew Factor: Sizable evening dew is expected during the second innings. This will cause the ball to skid smoothly onto the bat, significantly easing chasing conditions. It also makes the ball slippery, presenting a defense challenge for the bowling side.
- Toss Strategy: Due to the incoming dew, Chennai Super Kings capitalized on winning the toss by electing to field first.