IPL 2026 Qualifier 1: RCB vs GT Head-to-Head Record stats

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 has now reached its biggest stage. The IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 mega-match will be played between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT) on 26 May 2026 at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium, Dharamshala. This match is a golden opportunity for both teams to secure a direct berth in the final, as the team that wins this match will advance directly to the Tata IPL 2026 final without any hindrance. The losing team will have one more chance in the form of Qualifier 2.

Both teams have reached here by giving a brilliant performance in this entire tournament. On one side is Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captained by Rajat Patidar, for whom Virat Kohli, who has become a treasure of Kuber, is continuously scoring runs. On the other side is the Gujarat Titans (GT) led by Shubman Gill, who has been defeating big teams on the strength of his balanced squad and dangerous bowling attack. Before this tough clash, let us see how the head-to-head record of both teams in IPL history, playoffs, and this current season 2026.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Last Match Playing 11

Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar (Captain), Devdutt Padikkal, Jacob Bethell, Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Jitesh Sharma (Wicket-keeper), Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma

Gujarat Titans (GT) Last Match Playing 11

Shubman Gill (Captain), Jos Buttler (Wicket-keeper), Sai Sudharsan, Shahrukh Khan, David Miller, Rahul Tewatia, Washington Sundar, Jason Holder, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj

RCB vs GT Head-to-Head Record in IPL History

Since the arrival of the Gujarat Titans in the IPL in 2022, the rivalry between the Royal Challengers Bengaluru and the Gujarat Titans has always been fierce and intense. Whenever these two teams face each other, cricket fans witness a high-voltage and thrilling contest.

So far in IPL history, these two teams have faced each other a total of eight times. And the most interesting thing is that in eight of these matches, their scores have been exactly equal. Both teams have faced each other equally.

RCB vs GT Head-to-Head Complete Record Table

According to historical statistics, both teams are moving forward against each other. Another interesting fact about this rivalry is that all eight matches played so far have been won by the teams batting second (run chase). Therefore, the toss will play a crucial role in this Qualifier 1 match.

Head-to-Head Records in the IPL 2026 Season

If we consider the current form and the ongoing IPL 2026 season, the two teams have faced each other twice in the league stage. And this year too, both teams have maintained their draw by winning one match each.

First Match (Match 34 - Bengaluru)

In the 34th match of this season, RCB won the toss and elected to bowl first. Batting first, Gujarat Titans posted a mammoth total of 205/3, thanks to a brilliant 100 (58 balls) from Sai Sudharsan and 32 from Shubman Gill. In response, RCB, chasing the target, made a spectacular start as usual. Riding on Virat Kohli's brilliant 81 and Devdutt Padikkal's 55, RCB chased down this mammoth target in just 18.5 overs for the loss of 5 wickets, registering a historic win.

Second Match (Match 42 - Ahmedabad)

In this reverse fixture played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat Titans made a change. GT won the toss and elected to bowl first. Batting first, RCB's entire team collapsed and was all out for 155. Devdutt Padikkal top-scored for RCB with 40 runs. GT bowler Jason Holder took 2 wickets, and Arshad Khan took 3 wickets to dismantle the top order of RCB. Chasing the easy target of 156 runs, the Gujarat Titans easily won the match in 15.5 overs with 4 wickets in hand, thanks to Shubman Gill's quickfire 43 runs and Jos Buttler's 39 runs.

RCB vs GT Head-to-Head in the Playoffs

The pressure of the IPL playoffs and knockouts is completely different and unforgettable from any regular league match. Considering the playoff history of these two teams, this is the first time in IPL history that RCB and GT are facing each other in the playoffs.

No knockout or playoff match has ever been played between the two teams. This historic Qualifier 1 match will begin a new chapter for both franchises. Whichever team wins this match will celebrate its first victory against the other in playoff history.

The league stage of IPL 2026 has been extremely exciting, with the points table changing after every match. However, after the final matches, both RCB and GT secured the top two spots, securing their place in Qualifier 1.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)

RCB, captained by Rajat Patidar, has displayed consistency since the start of this season. Their top-order batsmen, especially Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal, have consistently scored runs. RCB has secured a strong playoff berth by winning many of its league stage matches, finishing atop the points table, and making it to the playoffs in style. Their enthusiasm is currently at its peak.

Gujarat Titans (GT)

The Shubman Gill-led Gujarat Titans have also revived their old dominance this year. GT has registered impressive victories in different phases of the tournament, defeating big teams like CSK and SRH by wide margins. Their domestic players and foreign finishers have helped them overcome difficult situations and secure victories. GT has secured a second-place finish and a spot in Qualifier 1 thanks to a superior net run-rate and numerous match wins.

After analyzing the entire statistics, head-to-head records and current form, it is clear that this RCB vs GT Qualifier 1 match is a 50-50 one. While RCB has swing bowlers like Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood on the fast Dharamsala pitch, GT has world-class pacers like Kagiso Rabada and Mohammed Siraj who can turn the course of the match.

Whichever team wins the toss on the Dharamsala pitch will prefer to bowl first, because till now all the matches between these two teams have been won by the chasing team. The team that saves wickets in the initial power play will have the highest chances of reaching the final.