Virat Kohli scores fastest IPL fifty in 2026 final for RCB
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 11:15 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
Virat Kohli achieved his fastest-ever half-century in IPL history during the final against Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on May 31, 2026. Kohli's quickfire fifty came as Royal Challengers Bengaluru chased a target of 156 runs after restricting GT to this total. Despite losing four wickets early in their innings, Kohli's performance steadied RCB's pursuit as they aimed for their second consecutive IPL title. Kohli's accomplishment marks a significant milestone in his illustrious career.
- •RCB faces Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 final.
- •Kohli's fifty scored off just 25 balls.
- •RCB restricts GT to 155 runs after a stellar bowling performance.
- •Kohli's innings comes as RCB chases the title.
- •This is Kohli's fastest fifty in IPL history.
- 11:15 PMYahoo Sports — Virat Kohli scripts history, smashes fastest IPL fifty of his career in final
- 5:34 PMYahoo Sports — Virat Kohli's fastest IPL fifties: RCB legend saves quickest fifty for IPL 2026 final
"Virat Kohli delivered a masterclass in the IPL 2026 final, smashing the fastest half-century of his career in just 25 balls. Despite a mid-innings collapse, Kohli's composed innings guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their chase of 156 against Gujarat Titans. His remarkable performance placed him among the fastest fifties in IPL final history.
"Virat Kohli performed when it mattered the most for RCB as he scored his fastest-ever half-century in IPL history in the final against GT in Ahmedabad.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsMay 31, 2026, 11:15 PMVirat Kohli scripts history, smashes fastest IPL fifty of his career in final
Virat Kohli delivered a masterclass in the IPL 2026 final, smashing the fastest half-century of his career in just 25 balls. Despite a mid-innings collapse, Kohli's composed innings guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their chase of 156 against Gujarat Titans. His remarkable performance placed him among the fastest fifties in IPL final history.
- Yahoo SportsMay 31, 2026, 5:34 PMVirat Kohli's fastest IPL fifties: RCB legend saves quickest fifty for IPL 2026 final
Virat Kohli performed when it mattered the most for RCB as he scored his fastest-ever half-century in IPL history in the final against GT in Ahmedabad.
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