RCB vs GT Match Result: Kohli & Padikkal Seal Epic 206 Chase

IPL 2026: RCB vs GT Match Result – The Night Kohli & Padikkal Silenced the TitansThe high-octane rivalry between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT) reached a fever pitch in Match 34 of the IPL 2026 IPL T20 season. In what can only be described as a classic Chinnaswamy thriller, the defending champions RCB chased down a daunting 206-run target to secure a five-wicket victory on April 24, 2026.

The First Innings: Sai Sudharsan’s Masterclass

After being put into bat, the Gujarat Titans posted a formidable 205/3 in their allotted 20 overs. The innings was built entirely around a spectacular century by opener Sai Sudharsan, who scored 100 off 58 balls.

• Opening Stand: Sudharsan and captain Shubman Gill (32 off 24) provided a rock-solid start with a 128-run opening partnership.
• Late Flourish: Despite a minor slowdown after Sudharsan's dismissal, Jason Holder provided a late surge to propel the total past 200.
• RCB Bowling: Veteran Bhuvneshwar Kumar was the pick of the bowlers for RCB, finishing with economical figures of 1/31.

The Turning Point: A Costly Drop

The chase began with a moment that would define the entire match. On the third ball of the innings, Washington Sundar dropped a regulation catch of Virat Kohli off Mohammed Siraj. Kohli, who was on zero at the time, made the Titans pay dearly for this blunder.

The Chase: Kohli and Padikkal’s Aggression

RCB's pursuit was anchored by a blistering 115-run second-wicket partnership between Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal.

Virat Kohli’s Record-Breaking 81

Virat Kohli was in vintage form, smashing 81 off just 44 balls, including 8 fours and 6 sixes. During this knock, he achieved two massive milestones for a single franchise:

• Becoming the first player to reach 800 IPL fours.
• Surpassing 300 IPL sixes.

Padikkal’s Blistering Fifty

Returning to his former home ground, Devdutt Padikkal unleashed carnage on the GT bowlers. He reached his half-century in just 20 deliveries, eventually finishing with 55 off 27 balls.

Final Over Thriller

While RCB seemed to be cruising, a late wobble caused by Rashid Khan (2/49) saw them lose a few quick wickets. However, the early momentum ensured they reached 206/5 with seven balls to spare.

What This Means for the StandingsWith this victory, RCB moved to the second spot on the IPL 2026 Points Table with 12 points from 8 matches. Gujarat Titans, meanwhile, remained in fifth place with 8 points.Interesting Note: While RCB dominated this home fixture, the two teams met again on April 30 at the Narendra Modi Stadium. In that rematch, Gujarat Titans successfully defended a low total, bowling out RCB for 155 to secure revenge.