Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar praised Royal Challengers Bengaluru for successfully defending their IPL title, commending their ability to maintain success after reaching the top. RCB secured a five-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final, marking them as the third franchise in IPL history to achieve back-to-back titles. Tendulkar emphasized the challenge of sustaining excellence post a championship win, highlighting RCB’s resilience in meeting this demand.
Tendulkar lauded RCB for their exceptional performance throughout the season, noting how the team effectively addressed all challenges thrown their way. He acknowledged the shift in expectations post a title win, emphasizing the difficulty of maintaining high standards in the subsequent season. Tendulkar’s message on social media congratulated RCB for their impressive feat and recognized their well-deserved success in the tournament.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru entered the IPL 2026 season as defending champions and showcased remarkable composure under pressure. They dominated the league phase, secured a top spot, and continued their winning streak into the playoffs and ultimately the final. RCB’s bowlers restricted Gujarat Titans to 155/8, and with a solid batting performance led by former captain Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 75 off 42 balls, they clinched the victory with two overs to spare. Kohli’s stellar performance earned him the Player of the Match award as RCB joined the elite club of teams successfully defending their IPL title.
