GT vs RCB IPL 2026: GT close gap to playoff teams after RCB batting suffers rare flop – Action in Images

A rare no-show from RCB's batting unit sets up a straightforward chase of 156 for GT, which is accomplished thanks to fluent knocks from Gill and Buttler.

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Published on Apr 30, 2026 11:28 pm IST 8 Photos
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Gujarat Titans chased down 156 with plenty of time to spare to gain a couple of points on the playoff spots. RCB spurn a chance to go to the top of the table, as the batting collapsed through the middle overs, not giving the bowlers enough to defend.(PTI)

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Virat Kohli started off in terrific touch – five fours in the second over off Kagiso Rabada, for 21 rus. He looked set to motor and get a big one, but was met by a pumped up Rabada as he was brought back – a bumper into the ribs, scooped up for an early GT wicket.(PTI)

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Jason Holder was arguably GT's MVP in the first innings – not just with the ball, where he took two wickets, but also in the field, where he took three catches, including a sharp one of Rajat Patidar.(REUTERS)

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The leading wicket-taker for GT was Arshad Khan, with three wickets. He was capably assisted by Rashid Khan, who continued his excellent form this tournament with figures of 2/19. (ANI Pic Service)

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Devdutt Padikkal top-scored for RCB with a fluent 40(24). Continues to be in top form with the bat and scoring quick runs – but couldn't stick around to give RCB bonus runs, as they were bowled out for 155.(ANI Pic Service)

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