IPL final 2026: Virender Sehwag predicts “straight 50-50” contest; Explains why no home advantage for GT

Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the defending IPL champions, will face Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final. Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag has predicted a '50-50' contest, citing RCB's exceptional form throughout the tournament. Despite the match being held at GT's home ground, Sehwag noted that BCCI curators will prepare the pitch, effectively neutralizing any home advantage for Gujarat Titans.