IPL 2026 final: RCB favourites to win the title, says Ashwin ahead of the final
Updated On: 31 May, 2026 04:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin believes Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will enter the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 final as favourites despite the Gujarat Titans (GT) enjoying home advantage and a formidable record at their fortress.

Ravi Ashwin and Virat Kohli (File Pic)
Former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin believes that Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) hold the upper hand going into the IPL 2026 final, even though the Gujarat Titans (GT) will be playing in front of their home crowd at Ahmedabad.
The high-stakes championship match features defending champions RCB clashing with GT in Ahmedabad this Sunday, with both franchises aiming to secure their second IPL trophy.
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