IPL 2026: RCB look to end as league leaders; SRH eye Top 2 spot
Updated On: 22 May, 2026 09:56 AM IST | Hyderabad | PTI
The talismanic Virat Kohli has continued to redefine consistency at the top of the order, collecting 542 runs from 13 matches, while Devdutt Padikkal has also enjoyed a good season.

Skipper Rajat Patidar during RCB’s practice session in Hyderabad on Thursday; (right) SRH’s Ishan Kishan. Pics/PTI
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad will both be eyeing a top-two finish when they square off in their final IPL league match here on Friday.
RCB currently sit atop the points table with 18 points and the best net run-rate (NRR) of 1.065 among the 10 teams. A victory on Friday would guarantee them a first-place finish and two opportunities to reach the final.
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