The GT vs RCB IPL 2026 match saw a big moment in the 8th over when Rajat Patidar was given out after a catch taken by Holder. Arshad Khan was bowling when Holder ran from deep square leg and pulled off a brilliant catch. At first, many fans felt the catch was clean, but a closer look showed that the ball touched the ground after a few seconds. This made the decision go to the third umpire.
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The third umpire finally ruled Patidar out, saying the catch was legal because Holder had full control of the ball before it touched the ground. This decision left the RCB dugout unhappy. Support staff and Virat Kohli were clearly upset with the call, and their reaction showed how close and important the moment was.
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This was not the first time such a catch has created a debate in the IPL. Similar decisions have been made in the past when the fielder had control before the ball dropped.
Talking about the match, Virat Kohli once again gave RCB a strong start and hit five boundaries in one over. However, he was later dismissed for 28 by Kagiso Rabada’s excellent bowling. By the end of the 9th over, RCB were struggling at 89 for 4.
GT came into this match placed 5th on the points table, while RCB were sitting 2nd.
