Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans will face off in Qualifier 1 of IPL 2026 today (May 26). Here's how fans around the world can watch the RCB vs GT game live.
RCB and GT finished in the top two spots, respectively, in the IPL 2026 league stage and will face off in Qualifier 1 for a direct spot in the final. The loser of tonight's game will face the winner of the Eliminator between the Sunrisers Hyderabad and the Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2.
The RCB vs GT Qualifier 1 will be played at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala, and is scheduled to start at 7.30pm local time (2pm GMT).
RCB vs GT Qualifier 1, where to watch live: TV channels and live streaming for IPL 2026
Where to watch in India
The Star Sports network will telecast the IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 across their many channels, with commentary available in 12 languages, including English. JioHotstar will live-stream the match for fans in India.
Where to watch in the UK
Sky Sports Cricket and Sky Sports Main Event will broadcast the RCB vs GT game for TV viewers in the UK. Sky Go will carry the live stream of the same. Non-Sky customers can stream the tournament on NOW TV.
Where to watch in the USA
Willow TV are the official broadcaster of the IPL 2026 season in the USA and Canada. Live streaming will be available through the Willow TV app, which can also be accessed through Fubo and Sling TV.
Where to watch in Australia
Fox Cricket will telecast the IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 between RCB and GT, while Foxtel will stream the match ad-free. Kayo Sports will provide live streaming of the all-important match.
Where to watch in South Africa
SuperSport are the official broadcasting partners of IPL 2026 in South Africa. The RCB vs GT game will be available on SS Cricket, channel no. 212.
Where to watch in Afghanistan
Ariana Radio and Television Network (ATN) have secured the rights to broadcast the IPL 2026 tournament in Afghanistan and will thus telecast the Qualifier 1 between RCB and GT as well.
Where to watch in New Zealand
Sky Sports NZ will provide the TV coverage of IPL 2026, including Qualifier 1 between Bengaluru and Gujarat, for fans in New Zealand.
Where to watch in Sri Lanka
Fans in Sri Lanka can live stream all IPL 2026 action on ThePapare.com.
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