RCB become 1st team to qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defeated Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 23 runs in their IPL 2026 match in Dharamshala on Sunday. With the win, RCB have become the first team to qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs. RCB are currently on top of the points table with 18 points. PBKS have now lost six matches in a row.