Published on: Apr 23, 2026 7:28 pm IST | Updated on: Apr 21, 2026 1:56 pm IST
The defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, for one final time in the league stage, are set to play at their home. i.e., the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. They will be hosting the 2022 champions, the Gujarat Titans, who haven’t been consistent at all this season. After a shameful defeat of 99 runs at the hands of the 5-time champions Mumbai Indians, the Titans have suddenly lost their way and seem to be in disarray. Bumping into the in-form reigning champions will be quite a challenge for the 2022 champions, especially when they looked clueless against MI, who were enduring a 4-match losing streak. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 34th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026), RCB vs GT, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru may have lost their previous home fixture against a rejuvenated Delhi Capitals outfit, but they remain favorites against a lackluster GT lineup that is solely dependent on its top 3 batters. The way GT got outgunned against MI, their confidence must have shattered, making the reigning champions firm favorites for this game. Therefore, expect the win probability meter to favor the hosts. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 34th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026), RCB vs GT, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.
RCB: 86% win chance GT: 14% win chance
With 3 fifties in 5 innings in the season so far, Shubman Gill has accumulated 265 runs at a strike-rate of 151.42. Expect the GT skipper to play a vital role in this game with the bat.
The experienced batter is chasing the orange cap. Virat has so far scored 247 runs from 6 innings at a brilliant strike rate of 157.32. He is the leading run getter so far for RCB and stands third on the orange cap list this season.
The English wicket-keeper batter has scored the second most runs for GT this season. The swashbuckling batter has 206 runs to his name from 6 innings at a strike-rate of 156.
The RCB skipper has played some swashbuckling knocks this season and has amassed 230 runs from just 6 innings at a towering strike rate of 213. Expect the skipper to light up Chinnaswamy with his monumental stroke play.
Check out our prediction for the RCB vs GT Indian Premier League 2026 match 34.
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be eager to finish their home leg on a high when they face the Gujarat Titans in Match 33 of the Tata IPL 2026 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Despite suffering a setback in their previous fixture against a rejuvenated Delhi Capitals, the defending champions remain favorites against a GT side that has struggled for consistency and is overly reliant on its top three batters.
RCB’s bowling unit has been impressive, with Bhuvneshwar Kumar emerging as the standout performer. His control with the new ball and at the death has been complemented by Josh Hazlewood’s pace and Krunal Pandya’s spin, giving the team a balanced attack. In the batting department, Phil Salt and Virat Kohli have provided solid starts, while skipper Rajat Patidar and power‑hitter Tim David have quietly but effectively contributed in the middle and lower order.
For GT, the challenge lies in breaking free from their dependence on the top order and finding contributions from the rest of the lineup. With RCB determined to sign off their home stay with a win, the Titans will need a collective effort to upset the champions.
The Gujarat Titans (GT), after a dominant run of three consecutive wins, were handed a reality check in their last outing against the Mumbai Indians (MI). Playing at their fortress, the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, GT suffered their first home defeat in franchise history — and that too by a staggering margin of 99 runs.
This crushing loss has exposed the long‑standing concerns surrounding GT’s batting approach. Their over‑reliance on the top three — Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill, and Jos Buttler — has been evident almost every season. While the trio has often carried the side, their collective failure against MI left the middle order exposed, underlining the fragility that critics have repeatedly pointed out.
GT’s middle order, featuring the likes of Washington Sundar, Shahrukh Khan, and Rahul Tewatia, has lacked both depth and consistency season after season, offering little resistance when the top order falters. To bounce back, the Titans must find contributions beyond their star trio and inject resilience into their batting lineup. Their bowlers, though disciplined, cannot compensate for repeated batting collapses.
As they prepare for their next challenge, GT’s response will define whether the MI defeat was a mere blip or a turning point. A strong comeback is essential to reaffirm their credentials as genuine title contenders. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 6 RCB won: 3 GT won: 3 No Result: 0
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans have locked horns only 6 times in IPL history, and both have managed to win 3 games apiece. Only one meeting took place between the two sides in the last season that saw the Titans romping past the Challengers by 8 wickets.
How will the two teams, i.e., the Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans, fare in the 34th match of IPL 2026? Let’s take a look.
Shubman Gill (C), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (WK), Glenn Phillips, Kumar Kushagra/Washington Sundar, Shahrukh Khan, Rashid Khan, Mohammed Siraj, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna, Ashok Sharma IMPACT SUB: Anuj Rawat/Rahul Tewatia
Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar (C), Tim David, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Jacob Bethell/Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood/Jacob Duffy, Rasikh Dar Salam, Suyash Sharma IMPACT SUB: Devdutt Padikkal
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 34th match of the Indian Premier League 2026 between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.
At the Chinnaswamy, batting thrives, and chasing sides often hold the edge. With dew expected later, captains winning the toss may prefer bowling first, trusting their batters to capitalize on the quick outfield and chase down totals under lights. Both teams love to chase; therefore, it’s obvious what both captains would opt for if they win the toss.
The online live streaming of the 34th IPL 2026 match between the Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bengaluru will take place live on the JioHotstar App. TV viewers can watch the match live on the Star Sports 1, 2, and 3 HD and non-HD channels.
Last season, the only meeting between GT and RCB saw the reigning champions losing by 8 wickets in front of their home crowd. They will be out for redemption this time around and will be looking to settle the score. Expect the Royal Challengers to have the last laugh in this contest against an under-pressure GT outfit, who have lost and won 3 games each out of the 6 played. So, as per our prediction, Royal Challengers Bengaluru are expected to win IPL 2026 Match 34, RCB vs GT.
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