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Virat Kohli hits winning six as RCB secures second IPL title

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 1:26 AM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Virat Kohli hits winning six as RCB secures second IPL title

Summary

Virat Kohli hit the winning six to guide Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their second IPL title on June 1, 2026, with an unbeaten 75 against Gujarat Titans. Kohli's performance featured his fastest IPL fifty, achieved in 25 balls. The match took place at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, marking a successful title defense for RCB. Kohli praised his team's collective effort and the unwavering support from fans, emphasizing his long-held dream to finish a title match himself.

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By the Numbers

•Kohli's unbeaten 75 led RCB to a five-wicket victory.
•His innings included the fastest IPL fifty of his career.
•RCB recorded the fastest team fifty in IPL final history.
•Kohli highlighted the importance of team strength and fan support.
•The match was RCB's second consecutive IPL title win.

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1:26 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Stuff you dream of... wanting to hit the winning run’: Virat Kohli reveals lifelong IPL final wish

What they're saying

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Chasemaster Virat Kohli fulfilled a long-held dream by hitting the winning six to secure Royal Challengers Bengaluru's second IPL title. His unbeaten 75, featuring his fastest IPL fifty, guided RCB to a five-wicket victory. Kohli emphasised the team's strength and the fans' unwavering support as key to their championship success.
— Yahoo Sports

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