Trending Now - RCB Clinches IPL 2026 Title With Kohli's Stellar Performance
WHO:
Sportskeeda - Murali Kartik praised RCB captain Rajat Patidar, stating, "There is going to be a huge statue for him."
Sportskeeda - Manoj Tiwary remarked that Rajat Patidar "assures that he's there as well" among international stars.
Sportskeeda - 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi won the IPL 2026 Orange Cap for most runs scored in the season.
Sportskeeda - Murali Kartik praised RCB captain Rajat Patidar after the IPL 2026 final.
Sportskeeda - Manoj Tiwary commended Rajat Patidar for establishing his presence among international stars.
BBC - Virat Kohli, captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
BBC - Ravichandran Ashwin, player for Gujarat Titans (GT)
BBC - Rajat Patidar, captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
BBC - Washington Sundar, player for Gujarat Titans (GT)
BBC - Jos Buttler, player for Gujarat Titans (GT)
BBC - Rasikh Salam Dar, player for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
BBC - Josh Hazlewood, player for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
BBC - Bhuvneshwar Kumar, player for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
WHAT:
Sportskeeda - RCB decided against hosting a title victory parade in Bengaluru to avoid crowd unrest amid the Chief Minister's oath ceremony.
BBC - Virat Kohli pointed to the stands as RCB's players celebrated their victory after the IPL 2026 final.
Sportskeeda - Washington Sundar received a lifeline on four runs when a diving boundary catch was overturned by the third umpire.
Sportskeeda - RCB successfully defended their title with a five-wicket win over GT in the IPL 2026 final.
BBC - Kohli reached his fifth half-century of the season during the IPL 2026 final.
BBC - RCB secured their second consecutive IPL title, having won their first in 2025 after 18 years.
Sportskeeda - RCB's victory marked back-to-back titles in the IPL.
BBC - Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won the IPL 2026 final against Gujarat Titans (GT) by five wickets.
BBC - RCB chased down a target of 156 runs, finishing with 159-5 in 18 overs.
BBC - Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten 75 runs off 42 balls, including nine fours and three sixes.
BBC - RCB restricted GT to 155-8 in their innings.
BBC - Rasikh Salam Dar took 3 wickets for 27 runs in his bowling performance.
BBC - Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar each took 2 wickets for RCB.
BBC - Washington Sundar scored 50 not out for GT.
WHERE:
BBC - The IPL 2026 final took place at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
WHEN:
BBC - The IPL 2026 final occurred on May 31, 2026.
WHY:
Sportskeeda - Stuart Broad criticized Gujarat Titans' tactics during the IPL 2026 final, stating, "I can’t get my head around it."
BBC - Kohli stated, "I said to a few of the boys that it doesn't feel like the same pressure as last year," reflecting on the team's confidence.
BBC - Kohli stated that RCB was the "best team in the comp" and praised a "clinical performance" by his teammates.
HOW:
Sportskeeda - Rasikh Salam's bowling performance was highlighted as he took 3 wickets for 27 runs, contributing significantly to RCB's disciplined attack.
BBC - RCB's bowlers executed a disciplined attack, with Rasikh Salam Dar taking 3 wickets for 27 runs.
BBC - Kohli hit the winning runs with a six, concluding his innings with a total of nine fours and three sixes.
BBC - RCB's bowlers executed a disciplined attack to restrict GT to a low total.
(UPDATED June 1, 2026 14:52 UTC)
RCB has chosen not to hold a title victory parade in Bengaluru to prevent potential crowd unrest during the Chief Minister's oath ceremony. This decision reflects a careful consideration of public safety and the current political climate. Fans will have to wait for another opportunity to celebrate the team's success together.
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(UPDATED June 1, 2026 12:46 UTC)
In a thrilling IPL 2026 final, RCB captain Rajat Patidar received high praise from Murali Kartik, who mentioned plans for a huge statue in his honor, while Manoj Tiwary emphasized Patidar's presence among international stars. The match saw Virat Kohli celebrating RCB's victory by pointing to the stands, and Washington Sundar was given a second chance on four runs when a diving boundary catch was overturned by the third umpire. Meanwhile, Stuart Broad criticized the Gujarat Titans' tactics, expressing his confusion, as Rasikh Salam shone with an impressive bowling performance, taking three wickets for twenty-seven runs in RCB's disciplined attack.
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(UPDATED June 1, 2026 10:37 UTC)
In a thrilling conclusion to the IPL 2026 season, RCB successfully defended their title with a five-wicket victory over GT in the final, showcasing a disciplined bowling performance that included Rasikh Salam Dar taking three wickets for just 27 runs. During the match, Kohli celebrated his fifth half-century of the season and remarked on the team's confidence, saying, "I said to a few of the boys that it doesn't feel like the same pressure as last year." Additionally, 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi earned the prestigious Orange Cap for scoring the most runs throughout the season.
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(UPDATED June 1, 2026 01:40 UTC)
RCB has clinched their second consecutive IPL title, marking a remarkable achievement after winning their first in 2025 following an 18-year wait. In the final, Kohli sealed the victory with a six, finishing his innings with nine fours and three sixes. Both Murali Kartik and Manoj Tiwary praised RCB captain Rajat Patidar for his impressive performance and his ability to shine among international stars.
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(UPDATED May 31, 2026 23:14 UTC)
In an exciting finish, Royal Challengers Bengaluru triumphed over Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final, winning by five wickets. RCB successfully chased down a target of 156 runs, finishing with a score of 159 for 5 in just 18 overs. Virat Kohli led the charge with an impressive unbeaten 75 runs off 42 balls, while Rasikh Salam Dar shone with the ball, taking three wickets for 27 runs. The match, held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, saw Gujarat Titans restricted to 155 for 8, with Washington Sundar scoring a notable 50 not out. Kohli praised his team's performance, calling RCB the "best team in the comp" and highlighting their clinical execution throughout the match.