Royal Challengers Bengaluru put up a strong bowling performance in the IPL 2026 Final, restricting Gujarat Titans to 155/8 in their 20 overs at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The defending champions were able to dismiss key batsmen like Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan and maintained control over the run rate throughout the innings. Rasikh Salam stood out with his three-wicket haul, contributing significantly to Bengaluru’s effort.
If Bengaluru successfully defends the target, it will be the fifth lowest total defended in an IPL final. The current record for the lowest total defended in an IPL final stands at 129, achieved by Mumbai Indians against Rising Pune Supergiant in the 2017 final. Mumbai Indians also hold three of the top five spots for lowest totals defended in finals, achieving the feat in 2013 (148 against CSK) and 2019 (149 against CSK).
The list of lowest totals defended in IPL finals includes:
– 129 by MI vs RPS (2017)
– 143 by DC vs RCB (2009)
– 148 by MI vs CSK (2013)
– 149 by MI vs CSK (2019)
– 168 by CSK vs MI (2010)
The match showcased a thrilling competition between the two teams, with Bengaluru’s bowlers putting up a commendable performance to restrict Gujarat Titans. The outcome of the final remains to be seen as Bengaluru looks to defend their total and secure another IPL title.
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