Why the IPL 2026 Final toss left both RCB and GT smiling in Ahmedabad
Royal Challengers Bengaluru opted to bowl first in the IPL 2026 final against Gujarat Titans.
Skipper Rajat Patidar backed his team's strong chasing record on a batting-friendly pitch.
Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill also admitted he would have batted first, highlighting the toss's favorable outcome for both sides.
One change sees Arshad Khan replace Sai Kishore for GT.
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