India, May 27 -- Royal Challengers Bengaluru went one step closer to the title after beating Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1 in Dharamshala, reaching the IPL 2026 final. The reigning champions, led by Rajat Patidar, were dominant in the playoff game. With Virat Kohli leading the way, the RCB batting unit put on a masterclass of performance when it mattered the most.

Patidar, the RCB captain, shone the brightest, contributing with an unbeaten 93 off just 33 balls as Bengaluru made 254. In response, GT were sent packing for 162. The last year's champions will now wait for their opponents to be confirmed in the second qualifier, scheduled for May 29.

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