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Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s back-to-back final run: The IPL sequel nobody saw coming

Royal Challengers Bengaluru are back in the IPL 2026 final, aiming to defend their title and build a dynasty. Under captain Rajat Patidar and coach Andy Flower, the team showcased remarkable control with a balanced squad, excelling in both batting and bowling throughout the season. Their dominant Qualifier 1 victory…

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RCB vs GT Qualifier 1 yesterday match result: How Royal Challengers Bengaluru made it to second consecutive IPL final with 92-run win over Gujarat Titans? Check scores, top performers and more

Yesterday IPL match: Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a direct spot in the IPL 2026 Grand Finale by comprehensively defeating Gujarat Titans by 92 runs in Qualifier 1. Rajat Patidar's explosive 93* off 33 balls powered RCB to a massive 254/5, a total their bowlers defended brilliantly to bowl out GT…

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Rajat Patidar’s 93 off 33 beats Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s strike rate record, powers RCB to 254

Rajat Patidar's explosive unbeaten 93 off 33 balls powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a record 254/5 in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1. His blistering innings, featuring a strike rate of 281.82, included nine sixes and five boundaries, driving RCB to a commanding victory. Patidar's dominant display, aided by dropped catches, solidified…

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IPL 2026 RCB vs GT: Who goes to the final if Qualifier 1 is washed out in Dharamsala?

Dharmshala Weather: Royal Challengers Bengaluru face Gujarat Titans in a high-stakes IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 in Dharamsala, with a final berth at stake. While both teams are evenly matched, looming rain threats could play a decisive role in determining the outcome.

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IPL's Mr. Reliable: Sai Sudharsan has become GT’s most trusted batter and the Orange Cap holder once again

IPL Qualifier 1: Ahead of Gujarat Titans’ massive IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Sai Sudharsan has become one of the biggest stories of the season. The 24-year-old finished the league stage as the Orange Cap holder with 638 runs, continuing a remarkable rise that began with…

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IPL 2026 Final Date and Time: Venue, ticket booking, prices, live streaming updates; Qualifier 1 to decide first finalist today

IPL 2026 Final: The IPL 2026 playoffs commence today with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Gujarat Titans, and Rajasthan Royals vying for glory. The grand finale is set for Sunday, May 31st, at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium. Tickets are available online via District by Zomato and BookMyShow, with prices ranging…

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IPL 2026 tickets booking: How to book playoff tickets online, qualifier and final match prices, official website and stadium-wise seating categories

How to Book IPL 2026 ticket: IPL 2026 playoff and final tickets are now exclusively available through authorized platforms like District by Zomato and BookMyShow. Fans can secure their seats for Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and the final online, with prices varying by seating category and stadium. All tickets…

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IPL 2026 Qualifier 1: RCB and Gujarat Titans set for blockbuster top-of-the-table clash

Royal Challengers Bengaluru meet Gujarat Titans in Dharamshala for Qualifier 1. A direct place in the final is at stake. Both teams finished the league stage with 18 points. RCB boasts aggressive batting and a strong bowling unit. GT relies on a formidable bowling attack and a solid top order.…

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IPL 2026 Playoffs tickets to go live from May 20; RuPay cardholders get 24-hour priority access

IPL 2026 Playoffs tickets will be available from May 20. RuPay cardholders receive a 24-hour priority access. Sales begin for Qualifier 1 and Eliminator on May 20. Qualifier 2 and the Final priority access starts May 22. Tickets can be bought on the official IPL website and District by Zomato.

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'We're not taking anything for granted': Kagiso Rabada as MI Cape Town secure first SA20 final spot

MI Cape Town booked their first-ever appearance in a SA20 final with a commanding 39-run victory over the Paarl Royals in Qualifier 1 at St George’s Park. Robin Peterson’s side outclassed the Royals in all departments after being put in to bat by opposition captain David Miller.

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'This turnaround is incredible': Corbin Bosch as MI Cape Town storm into SA20 playoffs

MI Cape Town delivered a stunning performance at Newlands on Wednesday evening, securing a dominant victory over Sunrisers Eastern Cape and booking their first-ever spot in the SA20 Playoffs. Their resounding win set up a high-stakes Western Cape showdown against table-toppers Paarl Royals in Qualifier 1 at St George's Park…

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Mitchell Starc plans on becoming a regular in the Indian Premier League

CHENNAI: It’s not easy being the cost liest player in the history of IPL. It becomes doubly difficult when Rs 24 crore don’t translate into performances straight away for a team like Kolkata Knight Riders. But then, that’s where class and pedigree take over and Australian superstar Mitchell Starc showed…

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Rahmanullah Gurbaz: Mother still recovering in hospital but knew my KKR family needed me

NEW DELHI: Two-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders on Tuesday pummelled Sunrisers Hyderabad by eight wickets in Qualifier 1 to waltz into the final of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in Ahmedabad.

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KKR vs SRH Qualifier 1 highlights: Kolkata Knight Riders enter fourth IPL final with thumping win over Sunrisers Hyderabad

NEW DELHI: Mitchell Starc propelled the Kolkata Knight Riders into the IPL final with a dominant performance against Sunrisers Hyderabad, securing an eight-wicket victory in Qualifier 1 on Tuesday.

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Rahul Tripathi sits on stairs devastated after unfortunate run-out in Qualifier 1

NEW DELHI: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) batter Rahul Tripathi was left crestfallen and disconsolate on Tuesday after an ill-fated and luckless run-out in the crucial Qualifier 1 against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

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Mitchell Starc ripper demolishes Travis Head's stumps in Qualifier 1. Watch

NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders pacer Mitchell Starc produced an absolute ripper to send opener Travis Head packing for a two-ball duck in the IPL Qualifier 1 clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Ahmedabad on Tuesday.

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RPL: Jaipur to face Jodhpur in Qualifier 1, Kota to take on Udaipur in Eliminator

JAIPUR: In a face-off of little consequence, Jaipur and Kota both looked listless with the bat and played out a low-scoring game that saw the former register a 28 runs win in their last league match of the Rajasthan Premier League (RPL) at SMS Stadium here on Tuesday. Right-arm seamer…

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CSK vs GT, IPL 2023, Qualifier 1: Vijay Shankar feels losing wickets in middle overs cost Gujarat Titans

Title-holders Gujarat Titans fell short by 15 runs to lose Qualifier 1 against Chennai Super Kings in the IPL on Tuesday, and GT batter Vijay Shannkar believes it was the wickets his team lost in the middle overs that cost them the game.

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WATCH: Noor Ahmad knocks over Shivam Dube's leg stump with a beauty

NEW DELHI: Gujarat Titans (GT) left-arm spinner Noor Ahmad is having a dream run in the ongoing IPL as he got rid of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) big-hitter Shivam Dube with a gem of a delivery during Qualifier 1 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday.

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IPL 2023: Rashid Khan will be the trump card for Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1, says Virender Sehwag

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag believes that on the spin-friendly Chepauk track, Gujarat Titans will heavily depend on their star spinner Rashid Khan. Sehwag also termed Rashid as the trump card for the defending champions.

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CSK vs GT IPL 2023 Qualifier 1: Chennai Super Kings face evenly matched Gujarat Titans

CSK and GT have similar strengths but Dhoni's brigade may have a slight edge at the Chepauk as the two lock horns in Qualifier 1

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RCB vs GT Highlights: Shubman Gill ton eliminates Bangalore; Gujarat face Chennai in Qualifier 1, Lucknow take on Mumbai in Eliminator

NEW DELHI: Shubman Gill's dazzling 52-ball 104 not out trumped Virat Kohli's sumptuous unbeaten 101 as Gujarat Titans edged Royal Challengers Bangalore in a high-scoring thriller by six wickets in the final league game of the IPL season in Bengaluru.

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CSK 'still not too sure' of home conditions ahead of qualifiers

NEW DELHI: As Chennai Super Kings defeated Delhi Capitals in their last league game to become the second team to qualify for the playoffs, MS Dhoni and co. ensured a visit back home to Chennai where Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator are scheduled to take place.

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IPL 2022: Hardik Pandya, the new Captain Cool

KOLKATA: Has Team India got its new Captain Cool in Hardik Pandya? Many would be seeing it that way from the manner the Gujarat Titans skipper operated in Qualifier 1 match against Rajasthan Royals at the Eden Gardens here on Tuesday.

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Eden Gardens was packed to capacity in IPL Qualifier 1, BCCI's efforts paid off: Rajeev Shukla

KOLKATA: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla on Wednesday said that the board's efforts to organize IPL (playoffs) at Eden Gardens paid off as the stadium was packed for the Qualifier 1 between Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals.

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