Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured victory in the 2026 IPL final against Gujarat Titans with a five-wicket win at Narendra Modi Stadium. Virat Kohli’s outstanding unbeaten 75, supported by disciplined bowling, led RCB to defend their title successfully.
Washington Sundar’s resilient 37-ball fifty helped GT reach 155/8, but RCB’s strong bowling, including Rasikh Salam Dar’s 3-27, limited their total. Kohli’s rapid half-century off 25 balls set the tone for RCB’s chase, guiding them to victory with nine fours and three sixes.
The win marked RCB’s continued unbeaten streak whenever Kohli scores a fifty since 2025. This victory also solidified RCB’s status among the most successful IPL franchises, holding both WPL and IPL titles simultaneously.
RCB’s chase was propelled by Kohli and Venkatesh Iyer’s aggressive start, reaching fifty in just 21 balls – the fastest in an IPL final. Despite some setbacks, Kohli’s exceptional performance ensured RCB’s victory with two overs to spare.
