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IPL 2026 Points Table: GT gun down No. 2 RCB, close gap to top four

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Gujarat Titans secured a four-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru, avenging their earlier loss and strengthening their playoff contention. This win propelled GT to 10 points, narrowing the gap with the top teams, while RCB remained second despite the defeat. The league stage is intensifying as teams vie for playoff spots.

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