IPL 2026 Points Table Update: RCB Climb to Second Position After Defeating Gujarat Titans
The IPL 2026 season witnessed a major shift in the standings following a high-stakes encounter between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT). In a high-scoring thriller, Royal Challengers Bangalore secured a crucial five-wicket victory, leading to significant changes in the latest points table. While RCB has gained momentum to climb higher, Gujarat Titans have faced a setback in their tournament rankings.
Match Summary: RCB vs GT
Gujarat Titans, batting first, posted a formidable total of 205 runs for the loss of three wickets in their allotted 20 hours. Sai Sudharsan was the star of the innings, smashing a brilliant century. Despite the massive target of 206, Royal Challengers Bangalore chased down the total in 18.5 overs with five wickets to spare. Virat Kohli led the charge for RCB with a commanding 81-run knock, supported by a half-century from Devdutt Padikkal.
Gujarat Titans Batting Performance
| Player |
Runs |
| Sai Sudharsan |
100 runs |
| Shubman Gill |
32 runs |
| Jos Buttler |
25 runs |
Royal Challengers Bangalore Bowling Performance
| Player |
Wickets |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar |
01 wicket |
| Suyash Sharma |
01 wicket |
| Josh Hazlewood |
01 wicket |
Royal Challengers Bangalore Batting Performance
| Player |
Runs |
| Virat Kohli |
81 runs |
| Devdutt Padikkal |
55 runs |
| Krunal Pandya |
23* runs |
Gujarat Titans Bowling Performance
| Player |
Wickets |
| Rashid Khan |
02 wickets |
| Manav Suthar |
01 wicket |
| Mohammed Siraj |
01 wicket |
IPL 2026 Latest Points Table
Following RCB’s victory over GT, the points table has undergone a reshuffle. Punjab Kings continue to lead the chart, while RCB has moved up to the second spot. Gujarat Titans have slipped down to the seventh position after this loss.
| Rank |
Team |
Played |
Won |
Lost |
NR |
Points |
Net Run Rate (NRR) |
| 1 |
Punjab Kings |
6 |
5 |
0 |
1 |
11 |
+1.42 |
| 2 |
Royal Challengers Bangalore |
7 |
5 |
2 |
0 |
10 |
+1.10 |
| 3 |
Rajasthan Royals |
7 |
5 |
2 |
0 |
10 |
+0.79 |
| 4 |
Sunrisers Hyderabad |
7 |
4 |
3 |
0 |
8 |
+0.82 |
| 5 |
Chennai Super Kings |
7 |
3 |
4 |
0 |
6 |
+0.11 |
| 6 |
Delhi Capitals |
6 |
3 |
3 |
0 |
6 |
-0.1 |
| 7 |
Gujarat Titans |
7 |
3 |
4 |
0 |
6 |
-0.79 |
| 8 |
Mumbai Indians |
7 |
2 |
5 |
0 |
4 |
-0.73 |
| 9 |
Lucknow Super Giants |
7 |
2 |
5 |
0 |
4 |
-1.2 |
| 10 |
Kolkata Knight Riders |
7 |
1 |
5 |
0 |
2 |
– |
Conclusion
The victory for Royal Challengers Bangalore has intensified the race for the top spots in IPL 2026. With Virat Kohli finding his rhythm and the team successfully chasing down a 200+ target, RCB looks like a formidable side. On the other hand, Gujarat Titans will need to address their bowling concerns to climb back up the table in the upcoming matches.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Who won the RCB vs GT match in IPL 2026?
Royal Challengers Bangalore won the match by 5 wickets.
- What was Virat Kohli’s score in the match?
Virat Kohli scored 81 runs in the chase against Gujarat Titans.
- Who scored a century for Gujarat Titans?
Sai Sudharsan scored 100 runs for Gujarat Titans.
- What is RCB’s current position in the points table?
RCB is currently in the 2nd position with 10 points.
