Royal Challengers Bengaluru claim IPL 2026 title against Gujarat Titans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 5:57 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured the Indian Premier League 2026 title by defeating Gujarat Titans (GT) by five wickets in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on May 31, 2026. RCB, who finished at the top of the league stage, initially triumphed over GT in Qualifier 1 before GT advanced by overcoming Rajasthan Royals. In the final, GT managed only 155 runs, with Washington Sundar scoring an unbeaten 50. RCB's Virat Kohli played a crucial role, remaining not out at 75 to lead his team to victory and defend their title.
- •RCB beat GT by five wickets in the IPL 2026 final.
- •The final took place at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
- •GT scored 155 runs, with Washington Sundar making 50.
- •Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten 75 for RCB.
- •RCB continues to build on their success following last year's championship.
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"RCB beat GT by five wickets to win the Indian Premier League 2026 title.
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