IPL Final toss verdict: Does choosing to bowl first really work? What history says

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https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/photo/131424212.cms" style="margin-top: 3px; margin-right: 5px;" />RCB captain Rajat Patidar opted to bowl first in the IPL 2026 final against Gujarat Titans, sparking debate on the toss advantage.

Historically, batting first holds a slight edge in finals, with 10 wins to 8 for chasing teams.

However, Patidar trusts his bowlers on a good batting surface, aiming for a win irrespective of past trends.

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