Rajat Patidar’s Blazing 93* Powers RCB into Second Straight IPL Final With 92-Run Win Over Gujarat Titans
Rajat Patidar smashed an unbeaten 93 as Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Gujarat Titans by 92 runs to enter the IPL 2026 final in Dharamsala.
Dharamsala: Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar smashed an unbeaten 93 off just 33 balls as defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Gujarat Titans by 92 runs in Qualifier 1 of IPL 2026 to enter their second successive IPL final. RCB posted a massive 254 for 5 before bowling out Gujarat Titans for 162 in 19.3 overs in Dharamsala on Tuesday.
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Rajat Patidar Leads RCB With Explosive 93 Not Out
Rajat Patidar delivered a sensational captain’s knock, remaining unbeaten on 93 runs off 33 balls.
The RCB skipper struck:
- Nine sixes
- Five fours
Patidar also hammered 28 runs in one over bowled by left-arm pacer Kulwant Khejroliya, who was included in the Gujarat Titans playing XI in place of Arshad Khan, recently selected for India A.
Virat Kohli and Krunal Pandya Score 43 Each
RCB received strong support from experienced batters:
- Virat Kohli – 43 runs
- Krunal Pandya – 43 runs
The partnership contributions helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru reach a huge total of 254 for 5 in 20 overs.
For Gujarat Titans, Jason Holder returned figures of 2 for 39.
Gujarat Titans Collapse During Run Chase
In reply, Gujarat Titans lost half their batting lineup within the powerplay.
The dismissed batters included:
- Sai Sudharsan
- Shubman Gill
- Jos Buttler
GT were eventually bowled out for 162 in 19.3 overs.
Rahul Tewatia Fights With 68 Runs
Despite the collapse, Rahul Tewatia played a fighting innings of 68 runs off 43 balls for Gujarat Titans.
However, his effort was not enough to stop RCB from securing a dominant victory.
RCB Bowlers Shine in Qualifier 1
RCB bowlers produced an impressive performance during the chase.
Top bowling figures for RCB:
- Jacob Duffy – 3/39
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar – 2/28
- Josh Hazlewood – 1/39
- Rasikh Salam Dar – wicket contribution mentioned
Their disciplined bowling ensured Gujarat Titans could not recover after the early collapse.
Brief Scores
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: 254/5 in 20 overs
- Rajat Patidar 93*
- Virat Kohli 43
- Krunal Pandya 43
- Jason Holder 2/39
Gujarat Titans: 162 all out in 19.3 overs
- Rahul Tewatia 68
- Jacob Duffy 3/39
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar 2/28
- Josh Hazlewood 1/39
Royal Challengers Bengaluru entered their second consecutive IPL final after defeating Gujarat Titans by 92 runs in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 at Dharamsala. Rajat Patidar’s unbeaten 93 off 33 balls powered RCB to 254/5, while Gujarat Titans were bowled out for 162 despite Rahul Tewatia’s 68-run effort.
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