Gujarat Titans race against time after rain delays IPL 2026 final travel
The Gujarat Titans face a tight schedule before the IPL 2026 final after heavy rain delayed their travel plans. Originally set to fly from Chandigarh on Saturday afternoon, the team will now arrive in Ahmedabad late at night. This leaves them with less than 24 hours to rest before facing Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Sunday. The Titans played their last match against Rajasthan Royals in Chandigarh on Friday evening. A convincing win secured their place in the final, but the quick turnaround has left little time for recovery. Their charter flight was grounded on Saturday due to persistent rain, forcing a delay.
The team is now expected to land in Ahmedabad after 10 pm, followed by a 30-minute road trip to their hotel in Gandhinagar. With the final scheduled for Sunday, the disrupted travel cuts into crucial rest and preparation time. Fatigue from the journey could further test the players before the high-stakes match.
Meanwhile, Royal Challengers Bengaluru have had more time to rest and prepare. The Titans’ late arrival may give RCB a slight edge heading into the showdown. The Titans will enter the final with momentum from their last victory but under less-than-ideal conditions. Their delayed arrival shortens recovery time, while RCB benefits from a smoother build-up. The match will now test how well Gujarat adapts to the tight schedule.
