Kohli leads RCB to IPL title, praised as team's heartbeat
2 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 5:30 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Virat Kohli played a crucial role in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL final victory over Gujarat Titans, scoring an unbeaten 75 runs. RCB chased down a target of 156 runs, securing the title by five wickets. Despite their success, the team opted against a public homecoming celebration in honor of supporters lost in a tragic event last year. Head coach Andy Flower hailed Kohli as the 'heartbeat' of the dressing room, while captain Rajat Patidar dedicated the trophy to affected families. Kohli finished the season with 675 runs, showcasing his performance in crucial matches.
- •Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten 75 in the IPL final.
- •RCB chased 156 runs to secure the title by five wickets.
- •The team skipped a public homecoming to honor lost fans.
- •Kohli finished the season with 675 runs.
- •Coach Andy Flower praised Kohli's impact in the dressing room.
- 5:30 AMYahoo Sports — The Virat effect: RCB coach hails Kohli's impact in team after IPL title defence
- 3:29 PMYahoo Sports — 'Virat, I know you get a lot of attention': Kohli called 'heartbeat' of RCB dressing room after IPL title
"Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) head coach Andy Flower has praised Virat Kohli for the standards he sets within the team, saying the former captain's hunger and discipline continue to inspire everyone in the dressing room after RCB defended their IPL title with a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Kohli played a key role in the title win, remaining unbeaten on 75 off 42 balls with nine fours and three sixes as RCB chased down 156.
"Virat Kohli starred with an unbeaten 75 as RCB beat Gujarat Titans by five wickets in the IPL final, securing another title. The veteran finished the season with 675 runs and was hailed by coach Andy Flower as the team’s “heartbeat.” While fans celebrated Kohli’s heroics, RCB skipped a public homecoming, with captain Rajat Patidar dedicating the trophy to supporters lost in last year’s tragedy.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 5:30 AMThe Virat effect: RCB coach hails Kohli's impact in team after IPL title defence
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) head coach Andy Flower has praised Virat Kohli for the standards he sets within the team, saying the former captain's hunger and discipline continue to inspire everyone in the dressing room after RCB defended their IPL title with a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Kohli played a key role in the title win, remaining unbeaten on 75 off 42 balls with nine fours and three sixes as RCB chased down 156.
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 3:29 PM'Virat, I know you get a lot of attention': Kohli called 'heartbeat' of RCB dressing room after IPL title
Virat Kohli starred with an unbeaten 75 as RCB beat Gujarat Titans by five wickets in the IPL final, securing another title. The veteran finished the season with 675 runs and was hailed by coach Andy Flower as the team’s “heartbeat.” While fans celebrated Kohli’s heroics, RCB skipped a public homecoming, with captain Rajat Patidar dedicating the trophy to supporters lost in last year’s tragedy.
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