RR vs GT: Who won yesterday’s IPL 2026 match? Result, highlights, points table update & final qualification update
The match was played at a packed New PCA Stadium where Gujarat easily chased down 215 to secure victory in 18.4 overs.
RR vs GT match result: Who won yesterday’s IPL 2026 match?
The clear winner of yesterday’s IPL 2026 match was Gujarat Titans (GT).
They defeated Rajasthan Royals by 7 wickets in Qualifier 2 and successfully chased down a massive target of 215.
With this victory:
- GT qualified for IPL 2026 Final
- RR were eliminated after a strong but incomplete campaign
- Shubman Gill’s century takes Gujarat Titans to final
It was a captain’s knock from Shubman Gill, who played one of his best knocks of the season.
Gill’s goal:
- 104 off 53 balls
- 15 fours and 3 sixes
- Front controlled chase
While GT built a massive opening stand that completely disrupted RR’s bowling rhythm, Sai Sudharsan also provided excellent support alongside him with his quick-firing knock of 58.
Rajasthan Royals innings: Sooryavanshi shines again
Batting first, Rajasthan Royals posted a strong 214/6 thanks to the sensational innings of young talent Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
Highlights:
- Sooryavanshi scored 96 off 47 balls
- Ravindra Jadeja provided stability in the midfield
- Donovan Ferreira provided late acceleration
Despite the huge total, RR were unable to defend it as their bowling attack failed to contain the explosive GT batting line-up.
GT vs RR match highlights: How Gujarat dominated the chase
Gujarat Titans made the chase look effortless:
- 69/0 on power play
- 167 years of opening partnership
- Target chased in just 18.4 overs
- No big pressure moments after early overs
RR bowlers struggled to get going and GT continued to bat rotationally while consistently punishing loose deliveries.
Gill and Sudharsan’s partnership was the turning point of the match.
IPL 2026 points table update after RR vs GT
After Qualifier 2:
- Gujarat Titans: Entered the final (18 points, strong NRR)
- Rajasthan Royals: Eliminated after finishing 4th (16 points)
- Gujarat is now ready to take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2026 Final
The GT’s momentum and net running speed increase make them one of the strongest contenders for the championship.
| POS | SET | P. | K | L. | N.R. | NRR | FOR | AGAINST | point | FINAL FORM |
| 1 | R.C.B. | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 0.783 | 2642/254.2 | 2619/272.4 | 18 | L, W, W, W, L |
| 2 | G.T. | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 0.695 | 2558/270.4 | 2434/278.0 | 18 | G, L, W, W, W |
| 3 | SRH | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 0.524 | 2854/276.1 | 2675/272.4 | 18 | G, G, L, W, L |
| 4 | $$ | 14 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 0.189 | 2619/259.4 | 2649/267.4 | 16 | G, G, L, L, L |
| 5 | PBKS | 14 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0.309 | 2711/250.0 | 2718/258.0 | 15 | G, L, L, L, L |
What’s next for IPL 2026?
Gujarat Titans will now face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2026 Final and are aiming for another trophy under the leadership of Shubman Gill.
GT, with its hitting performance and self-confidence at its peak, enters the final as a serious favorite for the championship.
