India, May 24 -- The IPL 2026 playoff picture became clearer after the league-stage clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium confirmed the Qualifier 1 lineup. RCB started the match already on top of the table, while SRH were placed third. SRH posted a strong 255, but RCB replied with 200/4, giving Hyderabad a 55-run win in the final league fixture.

Despite the result, the standings were already locked in, finalising the playoff spots and setting up a big Qualifier 1 clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans. Both teams finished the league stage on 18 points, with RCB led by Rajat Patidar holding on to top spot, while Shubman Gill's Gujarat Titans secure...