IPL 2026: GT vs RR Today's Match Highlights: Unmissable video recap, turning points, match analysis, stats and more

Gujarat Titans (GT) stormed into the IPL 2026 final after chasing down a daunting target of 215 against Rajasthan Royals (RR) on May 29 in Mullanpur. RR posted 214/6 in their 20 overs, powered by a sensational 96 off 47 balls from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Ravindra Jadeja remained unbeaten on 45, while Donovan Ferreira added a quickfire 38* to help RR reach a formidable total. For GT, Kagiso Rabada picked up 2/35, while Jason Holder returned figures of 2/27.

In response, GT produced a commanding batting display and completed the chase with eight balls to spare. Sai Sudharsan scored a fluent 58, while captain Shubman Gill led from the front with a magnificent 104 off 53 balls to seal the victory.

With this emphatic win, GT booked their place in the IPL 2026 final, where they will face Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on May 31 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

Here are the top highlights from Qualifier 2:

Sooryavanshi played with fire

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi began cautiously but gradually shifted gears to put Gujarat Titans under immense pressure. The young batter produced a stunning knock of 96 off just 47 balls, smashing eight fours and seven sixes at an extraordinary strike rate of 204.26. Sooryavanshi dominated the GT bowlers with fearless strokeplay and stitched together a crucial 127-run partnership in just 65 balls with Ravindra Jadeja. Their aggressive stand propelled Rajasthan Royals to a massive total of 214/6 in 20 overs.

Sudharsan and Gill dazzled with elegant strokeplay

Chasing a daunting target, Gujarat Titans openers Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill delivered a batting masterclass. The duo played a range of exquisite shots all around the ground and kept the scoreboard moving at a brisk pace from the very beginning. Sudharsan and Gill stitched together a magnificent 167-run opening partnership in just 77 balls, completely dominating and outclassing the Rajasthan Royals bowling attack. Their aggressive yet composed approach ensured GT stayed firmly in control of the chase throughout the innings.

Shubman Gill delivers a captain’s knock under pressure

With Gujarat Titans facing a must-win encounter, captain Shubman Gill rose to the occasion with a sensational innings under pressure. Displaying remarkable composure and authority, Gill anchored the chase brilliantly while maintaining an attacking approach throughout. He smashed 104 off just 53 balls, hammering 15 fours and three sixes while finding gaps all around the ground with ease. Batting at a stunning strike rate of 196.23, Gill’s commanding knock played a decisive role in guiding GT into the IPL 2026 final.