RCB vs GT Playing 11, IPL 2026: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans Team News, Predicted Lineups

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT) are set to lock horns at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru in a crucial IPL 2026 encounter on Friday (April 24).

RCB, the defending champions under captain Rajat Patidar, will look to bounce back strongly at home, while Shubman Gill's GT side arrives with a balanced squad featuring star power and spin wizardry. RCB are currently placed 3rd in the table with 8 points in six matches, while GT are 7th with 6 points in six games.

RCB vs GT Team News

RCB enter the match fully fit with no reported injuries. After a narrow defeat to Delhi Capitals in their previous outing, where the batting struggled on a slightly tacky surface, the home side will rely on their star-studded top order to regain momentum. Virat Kohli remains the cornerstone, while new additions like Phil Salt and Tim David add firepower.

Patidar's aggressive middle-order role has been a revelation this season. Gujarat Titans are also without injury concerns. Gill's men have shown consistency with a potent mix of experience and youth. Jos Buttler's explosive keeping-batting skills, Sai Sudharsan's stability, and Rashid Khan's match-winning spin will be key. Mohammed Siraj, now in GT colours, adds extra motivation against his former franchise. Both captains are expected to opt for batting-friendly strategies, with toss-winning sides likely preferring to chase under lights.

RCB vs GT Predicted Playing XI

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB): Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Rajat Patidar (c), Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Rasikh Salam, Suyash Sharma, Josh Hazlewood

Gujarat Titans (GT): Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, Shahrukh Khan, Glenn Phillips, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Rashid Khan