New Delhi, May 29 -- The IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 between the Gujarat Titans (GT) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) began with an unusual twist at the New Chandigarh International Stadium on Friday (May 29). The coin toss had to be conducted twice before Rajasthan Royals skipper Riyan Parag won the toss and elected to bat first. This brief but noticeable episode captured immediate attention and set the tone for what promises to be a thrilling knockout battle.

Veteran commentator Ravi Shastri handled the pre-match ceremony with his usual poise. Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill spun the coin, and Rajasthan Royals leader Riyan Parag confidently called heads. At first glance, the coin seemed to favour Parag. However, the captains soon gathered around...