At the Narendra Modi Stadium, Shubman Gill, captain of Gujarat Titans, won the toss and opted to bowl first against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026. Gill said the pitch is likely to offer early swing, which could help the bowlers in the first innings. He also pointed out that dew is expected later in the evening, making batting easier while chasing. Calling the next two matches crucial for their playoff hopes, Gill emphasized the importance of staying consistent. He also acknowledged RCB’s strong form as defending champions and confirmed that Gujarat Titans are going unchanged with the same playing XI.