In a critical IPL 2026 clash, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are set to face the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Hyderabad. Both teams have secured their playoff spots, but the match is pivotal for determining the final Top 2 position, which provides an additional advantage in the knockout stage. RCB leads the points table with 18 points and a net-run-rate (NRR) of +1.065, while SRH, under captain Pat Cummins, needs a significant victory to surpass RCB in the standings. RCB is hopeful for the return of captain Rajat Patidar from injury. A key focus will be on RCB's star player Virat Kohli, who is just 58 runs away from achieving a remarkable milestone of scoring over 600 runs in four consecutive IPL seasons, a feat no player has accomplished yet. For SRH to leapfrog RCB, they must either score 200 runs and win by 87 runs or chase down 180 runs in 11 overs. With a powerful batting lineup, SRH remains a formidable opponent, making this match an exciting prospect for fans and analysts alike.