Gujarat Titans reached the IPL 2026 final by registering a comprehensive seven-wicket victory against Rajasthan Royals in a high-octane Qualifier 2 encounter. Batting first, RR put up a gargantuan total of 214, but GT’s phenomenal batting performance chased it down with eight balls to spare. This win sets up a tantalizing final clash between the Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Shubman Gill Led the Charge for Gujarat Titans
The captain stepped up in a big way. Shubman Gill smashed a brilliant 104 off just 53 balls and single-handedly dismantled the Rajasthan Royals bowling attack. He completed his century in just 47 balls, becoming the fastest centurion for Gujarat Titans in the IPL. Gill’s innings was laced with 15 boundaries and 3 sixes and was a masterclass of stroke play.
Gill and Sudharsan Destroyed the RR Bowlers
The chase was set up by an opening stand between Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan which was an exhibition of aggressive batting. The duo added a massive 167 runs in just 77 balls and laid the foundation for a comfortable chase. Sudharsan contributed 58 runs from 32 balls, before departing, by which time the game was all but over. This opening partnership ensured Gujarat remained well ahead of the required rate.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s Brilliant Innings Goes in Vain
Earlier in the day, the Rajasthan Royals bounced back brilliantly after a wobbly start that saw them 9/2 inside the first two overs. 15-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi came to the rescue with a scintillating 96 off 47 balls, inclusive of 8 boundaries and 7 sixes. He almost pulled off a stunning century, and his efforts, along with 45 from ravindra jadeja and a rapid 38* from Donovan Ferreira, took RR to a formidable total.
Under immense pressure, the Captain says 𝙆𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝘾𝙖𝙡𝙢
🧘♂️🎥 The moment Shubman Gill got to a masterful ton 👏
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GT Finishes the Job in Style
Following Gill’s onslaught, Washington Sundar played a handy cameo before Rahul Tewatia finished the match with his trademark power hitting. Tewatia hit a flurry of boundaries and a huge six to seal the win for Gujarat Titans, sending them into their third IPL final in five seasons.
Fans Celebrate Shubman Gill’s ‘Captain’s knock’
Cricket fans took to social media to laud Shubman Gill’s exceptional performance, calling it one of the best captain’s knocks in IPL 2026 history. Many also pointed out the significance of the opening partnership with Sudharsan in turning the game around. The excitement for the final between GT and RCB has reached fever pitch.
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