IPL 2026 Champions RCB! King Kohli’s Incredible 75 Destroys GT Dream

IPL 2026 Champions RCB: RCB continued their rise in the Indian Premier League with a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans (GT) on Sunday to clinch the IPL 2026 Final. Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten half-century and Rasikh Salam Dar produced a brilliant performance with the ball as RCB defended their IPL title to win yet another landmark goldmine.

While two of the season’s best teams fought for the title, that attracted a lot of interest among cricket fans all over the world. Ultimately, however, it was the experience and composure of Bengaluru that saw them home; easily they made their task in successfully chasing down a target of 156 with two overs remaining.

IPL 2026 Final at a Glance

Details	Result
Match	IPL 2026 Final
Venue	Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Gujarat Titans	155/8 (20 Overs)
Royal Challengers Bengaluru	161/5 (18 Overs)
Result	RCB won by 5 wickets
Player of the Match	Virat Kohli
Best Bowler	Rasikh Salam Dar (3/27)

Gujarat Titans Post 155/8

After losing the toss, Gujarat Titans were asked to bat first. The decision immediately worked in RCB’s favor as the Bengaluru bowlers maintained tight lines and lengths from the start.

GT captain Shubman Gill was unable to convert his start into a big score, while the rest of the top order struggled to build momentum. The Titans found themselves under pressure due to regular wickets and a lack of substantial partnerships.

Washington Sundar emerged as the standout batter for Gujarat Titans. His unbeaten half-century helped GT reach a respectable total after a difficult innings.

Gujarat Titans Batting Scorecard

Batter	Runs	Balls
Washington Sundar*	50	37
Nishant Sindhu	20	15
Shubman Gill	18	14
Sai Sudharsan	15	13
Jos Buttler	12	11
Others	40	–
Total	155/8	20 Overs

Despite Sundar’s efforts, the total appeared below par on a surface that offered good batting conditions.

Bengaluru Bowlers Deliver in the Final

RCB’s bowling attack produced one of its best performances of the season in the championship match.

Rasikh Salam Dar was the pick of the bowlers with three important wickets. His spell prevented Gujarat Titans from accelerating during the middle overs and shifted momentum firmly in Bengaluru’s favor.

Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar provided excellent support, while Krunal Pandya and Jacob Duffy also chipped in with crucial wickets.

RCB Bowling Figures

Bowler	Overs	Runs	Wickets
Rasikh Salam Dar	4	27	3
Josh Hazlewood	4	29	2
Bhuvneshwar Kumar	4	31	1
Jacob Duffy	4	32	1
Krunal Pandya	4	28	1

The disciplined effort ensured Gujarat Titans were restricted to 155/8 after 20 overs.

Virat Kohli Takes Charge During the Chase

With 156 runs required for victory, RCB entered the chase with confidence. The opening batters provided a steady platform before Virat Kohli took control of the innings.

The experienced batter played with remarkable maturity and rarely looked troubled by the Gujarat bowling attack. Kohli combined elegant stroke play with smart strike rotation to keep the scoreboard moving.

His half-century came at a crucial stage of the match and effectively removed any pressure from the chase. Even as wickets fell at the other end, Kohli remained calm and ensured Bengaluru stayed ahead of the required rate.

Tim David’s aggressive cameo further strengthened RCB’s position, while Jitesh Sharma provided support during the closing stages.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Scorecard

Batter	Runs	Balls
Virat Kohli*	75	42
Devdutt Padikkal	21	18
Rajat Patidar	17	13
Tim David	24	17
Jitesh Sharma*	11	14
Others	13	–
Total	161/5	18 Overs

RCB completed the chase with 12 balls remaining and celebrated another IPL title.

Virat Kohli takes IPL 2026 Champions RCB

The spotlight belonged to Virat Kohli once again.

The former RCB captain produced an unbeaten 75-run innings from just 42 deliveries and played the defining knock of the final. His innings included a perfect balance of aggression and control, making him the obvious choice for the Player of the Match award.

Player of the Match

Award	Winner
Player of the Match	Virat Kohli
Performance	75* (42)

Kohli’s ability to perform in high-pressure situations once again highlighted his value to the franchise.

Rasikh Salam Dar Named Best Bowler

While Kohli stole the headlines with the bat, Rasikh Salam Dar played an equally important role with the ball.

Best Bowling Performance

Player	Figures
Rasikh Salam Dar	3/27

His three-wicket haul ensured Gujarat Titans never managed to build a match-winning total.

Key Moments That Changed the Match

1. In the middle overs, Rasikh Salam Dar wrote off vital GT batters.
2. Gujarat Titans were in the deep hole until Washington Sundar came to their rescue with an unbeaten half-century.
3. Virat Kohli along with Ab De Villiers chased down the score comfortably, Kohli hit his half-century in no time and kept on scheming the chase.
4. The onus was now on the opposition and Tim David made it slightly easier for the batting side with a few back-to-back boundaries.
5. RCB had to down 23 runs in the last two overs, a target which Kohli anchored and carried RCB over the line unbeaten.

Back-to-Back IPL Titles for Bengaluru

This is yet another feather in the Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s cap after their IPL 2026 victory. RCB won their first-ever title in 2025 and they followed it up with the second in a row now.

In this piece, we will analyze the team’s ten most recent playin series and uncover their key to success, being endowed with a well-rounded squad coupled with terrific leadership when under pressure。 It also adds yet another chapter to the legendary IPL career of Virat Kohli.

Conclusion

IPL 2026 Final: RCB at its very best Gujarat Titans made 155/8 on a wicket that offered assistance to the bowlers but not before some disciplined bowling had snuffed out their innings and after Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 75 steered the chase with authority.

They made it to 161/5 in 18 overs to win the game by five wickets and claim the IPL trophy once more. It was another night to remember for Bengaluru fans as their team successfully defended the title and its position among the powerhouses of the IPL.

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