Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated the Gujarat Titans in late May to secure their second Indian Premier League title [1, 2].
The victory marks a historic milestone for the franchise and captain Virat Kohli, cementing the team's status as a dominant force in the league.
The final took place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, India [2]. RCB successfully chased a target of 156 runs to claim the trophy [1, 2]. This win brings the team's total championship count to two titles [1].
Virat Kohli led the charge during the chase, recording the fastest fifty of the final [2]. Alongside Kohli, Venkatesh Iyer provided strong performances that allowed the team to reach the required total [1, 2].
While reports from Yahoo Sports indicated this was a second consecutive title, other sources only specified that this was the team's second title overall [2, 1]. The match concluded with RCB overcoming the Gujarat Titans' total to secure the 2026 championship [1].
“Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated the Gujarat Titans in late May to secure their second Indian Premier League title”
The victory establishes RCB as a multi-time champion and highlights the enduring impact of Virat Kohli's leadership. By winning in Ahmedabad, one of the world's largest cricket venues, the franchise has solidified its commercial and sporting appeal on a global scale.
