Virat Kohli, RCB secure second IPL title with win over Gujarat Titans
5 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 6:33 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their second IPL title on May 31, 2026, defeating Gujarat Titans by five wickets in Ahmedabad. Virat Kohli played a crucial role, scoring an unbeaten 75 runs, including a rapid 25-ball half-century. RCB chased down Gujarat's total of 155 runs with 12 balls remaining, supported by solid bowling performances from Rasikh Salam and Bhuvneshwar Kumar. RCB becomes only the third team to successfully defend the IPL title, joining Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians.
- •Virat Kohli scored 75 runs off 52 balls for RCB.
- •RCB chased down a target of 156 runs in Ahmedabad.
- •Gujarat Titans scored 155 runs, with Washington Sundar unbeaten on 50.
- •RCB's bowling attack kept Gujarat under pressure throughout.
- •This marks RCB's second consecutive IPL title.
- 6:33 AMYahoo Sports — Virat Kohli's dhol dance with Krunal Pandya goes viral after RCB's IPL 2026 title triumph - WATCH
- 12:18 AMYahoo Sports — Watch: Virat Kohli seals title with six, Anushka Sharma erupts in wild celebration as RCB defend IPL crown
- 11:36 PMYahoo Sports — RCB's new era, Virat Kohli's old magic: Defending champions outclass Gujarat Titans in IPL final
- 7:01 PMThe Guardian Sport — Virat Kohli hits winning runs as Royal Challengers Bengaluru retain IPL title
"Final: Royal Challengers Bengaluru, 161-5, beat Gujarat Titans, 155-8, by 5 wkts Former India captain scores 75no off 42 balls The India veteran Virat Kohli produced an explosive knock as Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans to retain their Indian Premier League title on Sunday. Bengaluru, who ended a 17-season drought by winning their maiden IPL title last year, carried that momentum into this season and chased down 156 with ease in 18 overs. Continue reading...
"Virat Kohli produced a masterful unbeaten 75 after Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) pace attack dismantled Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. Rajat Patidar's men secured a second successive IPL title with a commanding five-wicket victory. Rajat Patidar also became only the third captain to have won back-to-back IPL titles after MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma.
"Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their second consecutive IPL title by defeating Gujarat Titans. Star batter Virat Kohli and all-rounder Krunal Pandya celebrated the historic win with dhols. Kohli's unbeaten 75 guided RCB to a clinical chase. This victory makes RCB the third franchise to defend their IPL crown. Kohli was named Player of the Match for his exceptional performance.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 6:33 AMVirat Kohli's dhol dance with Krunal Pandya goes viral after RCB's IPL 2026 title triumph - WATCH
Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their second consecutive IPL title by defeating Gujarat Titans. Star batter Virat Kohli and all-rounder Krunal Pandya celebrated the historic win with dhols. Kohli's unbeaten 75 guided RCB to a clinical chase. This victory makes RCB the third franchise to defend their IPL crown. Kohli was named Player of the Match for his exceptional performance.
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 12:18 AMWatch: Virat Kohli seals title with six, Anushka Sharma erupts in wild celebration as RCB defend IPL crown
Virat Kohli's masterful unbeaten 75 guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a thrilling five-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final. Kohli struck the winning six, securing RCB's second IPL title and igniting jubilant celebrations. His rapid half-century and calm anchoring of the chase proved decisive in the dramatic finale.
- Yahoo SportsMay 31, 2026, 11:36 PMRCB's new era, Virat Kohli's old magic: Defending champions outclass Gujarat Titans in IPL final
Virat Kohli produced a masterful unbeaten 75 after Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) pace attack dismantled Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. Rajat Patidar's men secured a second successive IPL title with a commanding five-wicket victory. Rajat Patidar also became only the third captain to have won back-to-back IPL titles after MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma.
- The Guardian SportMay 31, 2026, 7:01 PMVirat Kohli hits winning runs as Royal Challengers Bengaluru retain IPL title
Final: Royal Challengers Bengaluru, 161-5, beat Gujarat Titans, 155-8, by 5 wkts Former India captain scores 75no off 42 balls The India veteran Virat Kohli produced an explosive knock as Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans to retain their Indian Premier League title on Sunday. Bengaluru, who ended a 17-season drought by winning their maiden IPL title last year, carried that momentum into this season and chased down 156 with ease in 18 overs. Continue reading...
- Sky Sports—King Kohli dazzles as RCB beat Gujarat Titans to defend IPL title
Virat Kohli guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their second IPL title as the defending champions cantered to a five-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad.
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