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Ahmedabad: Today the final match of IPL 2026 will be played at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. This is going to be an exciting clash between defending champions Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT). This ground has been hosting big final matches for the last two years and even today fans can get to see high-scoring matches.

What will be the nature of the pitch?

The pitch of Ahmedabad is generally good for the batsmen. It is considered a flat and good bouncing pitch, so that the batsman can play big shots. On average 8.98 runs are scored per over. The average score of the team batting first remains around 178.

The teams chasing the target on the field have got slightly more success. The chasing team has won four of the last six final matches. Today’s match is also expected to be high scoring, where even scores of 180-200 can fall short.

Narendra Modi Stadium statistics

Total matches: 51
Won while batting first: 26
Won while chasing: 25
Highest score: 243/5
Lowest score: 86
Highest score in chase: 204/3

The bowlers may get some help on the pitch in the beginning, but as the match progresses, the batsmen will have the upper hand. Spinners and death over specialist bowlers can play an important role.

RCB vs GT Head to Head

There have been 9 matches between the two teams so far. RCB has won 5 matches and GT has won 4 matches. RCB is leading 2-1 in the IPL 2026 season. Both the teams are in form. RCB has made it to the finals by winning Qualifier-1 and GT by winning Qualifier-2.

Who will create rebellion today?

Among batsmen, players like Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, Sai Sudarshan and Jos Buttler can score big scores. Among the bowlers, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar are expected to shine.

Overall, today’s pitch will support the batsmen, but smart bowling and right toss decision can decide the outcome of the match. Fans are going to see a memorable and explosive final match.