RCB IPL 2026 Winner: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Create History with Back-to-Back IPL Titles
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) scripted history by winning the IPL 2026 championship, defeating Gujarat Titans by five wickets in a thrilling final at Ahmedabad. The victory helped RCB retain the title and become only the third franchise in IPL history to win consecutive championships after the Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings.
The successful run chase was powered by a brilliant innings from Virat Kohli, who played a match-winning knock and registered the fastest fifty of his IPL career.
Virat Kohli Leads RCB’s Successful Chase
Chasing a target of 156, RCB openers Virat Kohli and Venkatesh Iyer provided a flying start. The pair dominated Gujarat’s bowling attack during the powerplay and put the pressure on the opposition from the beginning.
Venkatesh Iyer played an explosive knock of 32 runs from just 16 deliveries, including four boundaries and two sixes, before being dismissed by Mohammed Siraj.
After a few quick wickets in the middle overs, Virat Kohli continued to anchor the innings. The star batter reached his half-century in only 25 balls, making it the fastest IPL fifty of his career. He remained calm under pressure and eventually finished the match in style.
Tim David also contributed valuable runs in the middle order, helping RCB stay ahead of the required run rate despite losing wickets at regular intervals.
Gujarat Titans Struggle After Early Setbacks
Earlier, Gujarat Titans elected to bat first after winning the toss. However, they suffered early blows as both star openers, Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan, were dismissed cheaply.
Gill scored 10 runs while Sai Sudharsan managed 12 before returning to the pavilion. Their departures left Gujarat under pressure during the powerplay.
The middle order also struggled to build partnerships. Jos Buttler, Rahul Tewatia, Jason Holder and Rashid Khan failed to convert their starts into significant scores.
Washington Sundar’s Fighting Fifty
While wickets kept falling at one end, Washington Sundar stood firm and played a responsible innings. He remained unbeaten on 50 runs from 37 balls, hitting five boundaries and helping Gujarat Titans reach a respectable total of 155/8 in 20 overs.
His knock proved crucial in ensuring Gujarat crossed the 150-run mark after a difficult batting performance.
RCB Bowlers Deliver in the Final
- RCB’s bowling unit played a major role in restricting Gujarat Titans.
- Rasiq Salam Dar picked up three important wickets.
- Josh Hazlewood claimed two wickets.
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar also took two wickets.
- Krunal Pandya chipped in with one wicket.
- Their disciplined bowling performance prevented Gujarat from posting a bigger total.
RCB Joins Elite IPL Club
With this victory, Royal Challengers Bengaluru entered an exclusive list of teams to win back-to-back IPL championships.
The title triumph marks another memorable chapter in the franchise’s history and further strengthens Virat Kohli’s legacy in the tournament.
Key Match Highlights
- RCB defeated Gujarat Titans by 5 wickets.
- Virat Kohli scored the fastest IPL fifty of his career.
- Venkatesh Iyer provided a blazing start.
- Washington Sundar remained unbeaten with a half-century.
- Rasiq Salam Dar took three wickets.
- RCB won their second consecutive IPL title.
FAQ
Who won the IPL 2026 title?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won the IPL 2026 championship by defeating Gujarat Titans in the final.
How many IPL titles has RCB won?
RCB has now won two IPL titles, including back-to-back championships in 2025 and 2026.
Who was the top scorer for RCB in the IPL 2026 final?
Virat Kohli was the standout performer, scoring a crucial half-century during the chase.
What score did Gujarat Titans post in the IPL 2026 final?
Gujarat Titans scored 155/8 in their allotted 20 overs.
Who scored a fifty for Gujarat Titans?
Washington Sundar remained unbeaten with a fighting half-century.
Conclusion
Royal Challengers Bengaluru once again proved why they are one of the strongest teams in the IPL. Led by Virat Kohli’s exceptional batting and a disciplined bowling attack, RCB successfully defended their title and created history by winning consecutive IPL championships. The IPL 2026 final will be remembered as another unforgettable moment in RCB’s remarkable journey.
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