New Delhi, May 31: The IPL 2026 final is set to take place on Sunday between the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad. Here are five RCB players who could pose a significant threat to GT in the final.
Virat Kohli: Kohli is expected to be the biggest challenge for GT in the final. His form this season has been exceptional, scoring 600 runs in 15 matches. In the first qualifier against GT, Kohli showcased his skills with a powerful innings of 43 runs off just 25 balls. If Kohli finds his rhythm at the Narendra Modi Stadium, it could spell trouble for GT.
Rajat Patidar: RCB captain Rajat Patidar has played remarkable innings under pressure during IPL 2026. In the first qualifier, he scored a blistering 93 runs off just 33 balls. Patidar is known for his ability to build innings while also playing aggressively, making him a potential headache for GT.
Krunal Pandya: Two-time Man of the Match in IPL finals, Krunal Pandya will be a player GT needs to watch closely. He has regained form with a crucial innings of 43 runs and two wickets in the first qualifier. His ability to score quickly in the final overs, along with his spinning deliveries, could trouble GT’s batsmen.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar: This season, Bhuvneshwar Kumar has proven to be RCB’s trump card, taking 26 wickets in 15 matches. He was instrumental in the first qualifier, dismissing Shubman Gill. Bhuvneshwar has been effective in both the powerplay and the death overs.
Tim David: Although Tim David hasn’t had many opportunities to bat this season, he could become RCB’s secret weapon in the final. He has the ability to change the course of any match single-handedly. RCB might consider promoting David in the batting order to disrupt GT’s plans.
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