India, May 26 -- The Royal Challengers Bengaluru chase a direct path to their second consecutive Indian Premier League 2026 Final on May 26, Tuesday, in Dharamshala, facing the Gujarat Titans. Locked at 18 points with their rival, Rajat Patidar's defending champions hold the top spot on Net Run Rate. With England's Jacob Bethell ruled out with a finger fracture, opener Phil Salt is expected to step into the line-up alongside Virat Kohli, setting up a blockbuster IPL 2026 qualifier 1 against Shubman Gill's squad. Who will play today's IPL match? Check the predicted playing XIs below.

What Changes Are Expected in the RCB Playing 11 For Today?

The team news for Rajat Patidar's defending champions revolves around this forced overseas shuffl...