Watch: Bengaluru fans perform special Pooja and Hawan to bless RCB ahead of IPL 2026 final vs Gujarat Titans tonight
Cricket fever has gripped Bengaluru ahead of the IPL 2026 final, with passionate RCB fans organising a special pooja and hawan for their team's success against Gujarat Titans. Watch the video and read the complete news here.
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will take on Gujarat Titans (GT) in the IPL 2026 final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, May 31. With the trophy on the line, the two sides are set for a high-stakes encounter after producing impressive performances throughout the season.
Rajat Patidar's men head into the contest with momentum on their side after crushing the Gujarat Titans by 92 runs in Qualifier 1. GT, however, showed remarkable resilience to keep their title hopes alive. Following that setback, Shubman Gill's side responded brilliantly by defeating the Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets in Qualifier 2 and securing a place in the championship match.
Meanwhile, an emotional scene from Bengaluru has captured the attention of cricket lovers across the country. A group of devoted RCB supporters organised a special pooja and hawan, seeking blessings for their team's success in the title decider. The heartfelt gesture quickly gained traction online, with videos and pictures being widely shared on social media ahead of the much-awaited showdown. Watch the viral moment here.
From streets to stadiums — How Bengaluru has transformed into a sea of Red ahead of the IPL 2026 Final
When Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally ended their long wait for an IPL title on June 3 last year, the celebrations across Bengaluru were unforgettable. Thousands of fans poured onto the streets to celebrate the historic moment, turning the city into a sea of red. For supporters who had waited nearly two decades for that special day, it was a dream come true.
For years, RCB fans proudly chanted "Ee Sala Cup Namde" (This time the Cup will be ours). After the team's maiden title triumph in 2025, that famous slogan transformed into "Ee Sala Cup Namdu" (The Cup is ours this time). The victory marked the end of years of heartbreak and near misses, creating memories that will remain with the fanbase forever.
Now, as RCB prepare to face the Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final, the excitement has returned across Bengaluru. Streets, cafes, homes and public spaces are once again filled with red jerseys and RCB flags. With the franchise aiming to defend its crown and win back-to-back IPL titles, supporters are hoping for another historic night to celebrate.
"Victory is written" — Fans light sacred fire and pray for Virat Kohli to lift the trophy again tonight
As the Royal Challengers Bengaluru prepare for their IPL 2026 final against the Gujarat Titans, emotions are running high among fans across Karnataka. With the title clash set to take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, supporters are leaving no stone unturned in backing their beloved team.
In Bengaluru, a group of passionate RCB fans organised a special pooja and hawan, praying for the team's success in the championship match. The spiritual gathering saw supporters seek divine blessings for RCB and star batter Virat Kohli as they aim to defend the IPL title they won last season.
Videos of the ceremony quickly spread across social media, drawing attention from cricket fans around the country. With anticipation building ahead of the big game, many supporters believe their prayers could help inspire another memorable night for RCB and see Kohli lift the IPL trophy once again.
RCB vs GT IPL 2026 final: Date, time, venue and everything you need to know
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT) are set to battle for IPL 2026 glory when they meet in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, May 31. Both teams are chasing their second IPL title, making this one of the most anticipated matches of the season.
The IPL 2026 season began on March 28 and has featured 73 matches involving 10 franchises. After two months of intense competition, RCB and GT have emerged as the finalists. RCB secured their place in the title clash with a commanding 92-run victory over the Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1. GT, meanwhile, bounced back strongly from that defeat, overcoming Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets in Qualifier 2 to earn another shot at the trophy.
RCB will head into the final with a few selection concerns. Jacob Bethell has been ruled out of the remainder of the tournament with a finger injury, while Phil Salt's availability remains uncertain. Gujarat Titans, on the other hand, have a fully fit squad available for selection, giving Indian captain Shubman Gill plenty of options ahead of the biggest game of the season.
Probable playing XI for both teams:
RCB: Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Venkatesh Iyer, Tim David, Rajat Patidar (C), Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jacob Duffy, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Salam Dar.
Impact Player: Romario Shepherd.
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GT: Sai Sudarshan, Shubman Gill (C), Jos Buttler (WK), Nishant Sindhu, Washington Sundar, Jason Holder, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kulwant Khejroliya.
Impact Player: Rahul Tewatia
RCB full squad: Venkatesh Iyer, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar(c), Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Suyash Sharma, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Salam Dar, Phil Salt, Abhinandan Singh, Swapnil Singh, Jordan Cox, Kanishk Chouhan, Jacob Duffy, Richard Gleeson, Vicky Ostwal, Vihaan Malhotra, Mangesh Yadav, Satvik Deswal
GT full squad: Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill(c), Jos Buttler(w), Washington Sundar, Nishant Sindhu, Jason Holder, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Arshad Khan, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Anuj Rawat, Glenn Phillips, Rahul Tewatia, Kulwant Khejroliya, Kumar Kushagra, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Shahrukh Khan, Ishant Sharma, Luke Wood, Ashok Sharma, Connor Esterhuizen, Gurnoor Brar, Manav Suthar, Jayant Yadav
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