RCB vs GT Live streaming details, when & how to watch Qualifier 1 of IPL 2026
The RCB vs GT, Qualifier 1 of IPL 2026, will take place on May 26.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT) are set to lock horns in Qualifier 1 of the Indian Premier League 2026. The encounter will take place at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala.
RCB and GT have secured the top two positions in the points table with 18 points each. Out of 14 matches, they won nine and lost five. This is a crucial game for both sides as the winner will get a direct entry into the final.
For RCB, Jacob Bethell has been ruled out of the tournament due to an injury. Phil Salt is not yet confirmed to play in Qualifier 1. On the other hand, the Gujarat Titans have no injury concerns in their squad.
The head-to-head record between the two sides in the IPL has been equal so far. Both teams have won four out of eight matches. In IPL 2026, RCB and GT clashed in two games, with each team winning one.
Ahead of the Qualifier 1 match, below are the head-to-head records, live streaming, live telecast, match time, venue, and toss details for the RCB vs GT clash.
RCB vs GT: Head-to-head record in IPL
- Matches Played: 8
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Won): 4
- Gujarat Titans (Won): 4
- No Result: 0
RCB vs GT: Match Details
- Match: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) vs Gujarat Titans (GT), Qualifier 1, Indian Premier League 2026
- Match Date: May 26, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Time: 7:30 PM (Indian Standard Time) / 2:00 PM GMT / 07:30 PM LOCAL
- Venue: Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala
- Toss time: 7:00 PM IST/ 1:30 PM GMT/ 7:00 PM Local
When to watch the RCB vs GT IPL 2026 Qualifier 1? Timing details
Qualifier 1 of the IPL 2026 between RCB and GT will take place on May 26 (Tuesday) at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala. The encounter will start at 7:30 PM IST (Indian Standard Time). The toss will take place 30 minutes before the match at 7 PM IST.
How to watch the RCB vs GT IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 in India?
Star Sports Network is the official broadcaster of IPL 2026 in India. Hence, Star Sports channels will provide the live telecast of the match. The live streaming will be available on the Jio Hotstar app and website. Fans can enjoy the game on these two platforms.
Where to watch the IPL 2026 Qualifier 1? Country-wise TV, live streaming details
- India: Star Sports/ JioHotstar
- Afghanistan: ATN
- Australia: Fox Cricket/ Foxtel/ Kayo Sports
- New Zealand: Sky Sports NZ
- South Africa: SuperSport
- USA & Canada: Willow TV/ Willow TV app/ Fubo/ Sling TV
- Sri Lanka: ThePapare.com
- UAE and MENA: CricLife/ StarzPlay and Noon
- UK: Sky Sports Cricket/ Sky Go/ NOW TV
- Ireland: Sky Sports Cricket/ Sky Go/ NOW TV
Where to watch the live telecast and streaming of IPL 2026 in India?
The live telecast of IPL 2026 will be available on Star Sports Network in India. The live streaming will be available on the Jio Hotstar app and website.
When and where will the RCB vs GT Qualifier 1 of IPL 2026 take place?
The encounter will take place on May 26 at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala.
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