Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated the Gujarat Titans by five wickets [1] on Sunday, May 31, 2026, to win the IPL 2026 championship [1].
The victory marks the first time the franchise has secured back-to-back titles, cementing a period of dominance in the league's most competitive era.
The final took place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad [2]. The match remained competitive until the closing stages, but RCB controlled the outcome through a superior collective performance [3].
Captain Virat Kohli anchored the chase with a match-winning performance. Kohli scored 75 runs, remaining unbeaten through his half-century knock [3]. Despite reports that he was struggling with an injury during the game, the captain's scoring ensured RCB reached the target [3].
This win marks the second consecutive IPL championship for the team [1]. The result concludes the 2026 season with RCB lifting the trophy in front of a home-crowd atmosphere in Ahmedabad [1].
The Gujarat Titans were unable to defend their total against the RCB batting lineup. The five-wicket margin reflects a decisive conclusion to a high-stakes final [1].
“Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated the Gujarat Titans by five wickets”
Securing two consecutive titles transforms RCB from a perennial contender into a dynasty. By winning the 2026 trophy on the back of a captain's performance from Virat Kohli, the franchise validates its current core strategy and establishes a psychological edge over other league rivals.
