The league stage of IPL 2026 has concluded, and the race for the trophy is heating up!

The top four teams, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Gujarat Titans (GT), Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), and Rajasthan Royals (RR), have officially secured their spots in the playoffs.

Today marks the beginning of the playoff stage with a thrilling Qualifier 1 encounter between RCB and GT.

The winner of this match will secure a direct ticket to the final, while the loser will get another chance in Qualifier 2. Meanwhile, SRH and RR are gearing up for a do-or-die battle in the Eliminator.

With all four teams competing for the ultimate prize, the final week of the tournament promises high-octane cricket action.