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The streets of Ahmedabad transformed into a sea of red and gold on Sunday, as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)<\/strong> pulled off a spectacular feat, retaining their Indian Premier League (IPL)<\/strong><\/a> crown. Facing the formidable Gujarat Titans (GT)<\/strong> at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium, RCB showcased the clinical brilliance of true champions. Driven by a passionate crowd and clinical on-field execution, the designated home team comfortably chased down a target of 156 runs, securing a 5-wicket victory with 12 balls to spare. The triumph sparked ecstatic, unbridled celebrations across the country, firmly establishing RCB\u2019s modern-day dynasty in IPL history.<\/p>\n Choosing to bowl first, RCB\u2019s bowling unit put on a masterclass in defensive pressure and regular breakthroughs. They dismantled the Titans\u2019 top order before it could cause real damage, starting with Shubman Gill <\/strong>(10 off 8 balls), who fell to Josh Hazlewood<\/strong> in the third over. Sai Sudharsan<\/strong> (12) quickly followed, leaving GT sputtering early on. Nishant Sindhu<\/strong> (20) and Jos Buttler<\/strong> (19) tried to anchor the innings, but they struggled against a heavily disciplined bowling attack.<\/p>\n The standout performer with the ball was Rasikh Salam,<\/strong> whose brilliant spell yielded 3 wickets for just 27 runs in his 4 overs, consistently breaking building partnerships. Krunal Pandya<\/strong> choked the run rate in the middle overs with an incredibly economical spell of 1 for 23, while Bhuvneshwar Kumar used his veteran experience to claim 2 for 29.<\/p>\n For the Titans, the lone warrior was Washington Sundar<\/strong>. Stepping up under immense pressure, Sundar smashed a fighting, unbeaten 50 off 37 balls, hitting 5 boundaries to push Gujarat Titans to a respectable 155 for 8 in their allotted 20 overs.<\/p>\n Chasing 156 for back-to-back championships, RCB\u2019s intent was crystal clear from the opening delivery. Impact Player Venkatesh Iyer<\/strong> ignited the chase with a blistering 32 off just 16 balls, including 5 fours and a six, helping RCB rocket past the 50-run mark in a mere 3.3 overs. Though Rashid Khan (2 for 25) threatened to derail the middle order by dismissing Rajat Patidar<\/strong> and Pandya in quick succession, he simply could not find a way past modern legend Virat Kohli<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n Playing the anchor and aggressor simultaneously, Kohli anchored the chase with majestic authority. He reached his half-century in just 25 balls, effectively putting the game out of GT\u2019s reach. Even as Tim David (24) departed in the 14th over, Kohli remained completely unfazed.<\/p>\n Kohli finished with a magnificent, unbeaten 75 off 42 balls, punctuated by 10 gorgeous boundaries and 2 towering sixes. Alongside Jitesh Sharma<\/strong> (11 not out), Kohli guided RCB to 161 for 5 in 18 overs. The historic back-to-back title win cements RCB\u2019s legacy as a powerhouse, proving that their championship era is officially here to stay.<\/p>\n Also WATCH:\u00a0Kailash Kher mesmerises Ahmedabad crowd with epic Shiv Tandav at closing ceremony during IPL 2026 Final<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n What a performance in the #IPL2026Final<\/a> \ud83d\udc4f \u2014 CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) May 31, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Royal Challengers Bengaluru has won its second title. \ud83d\ude2d\ud83d\ude4f pic.twitter.com\/V0aPw7RtvE<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Cheekunation\ud83d\udc51\ud83d\udea9 (@cheekuFication) May 31, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Royal Challengers Bengaluru are champions of IPL 2026.\ud83c\udfc6#RCBvGT<\/a> #RoyalChallengersBengaluru<\/a> #IPL2026<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/hGZLmJWg0p<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Thimira Nawod (@ImThimira07) May 31, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n One more time! Royal Challengers Bengaluru Champion #Tejran<\/a> #RCBvsGT<\/a> #ipl<\/a> #iplfinalmatch<\/a> #viratkohli<\/a> #anushkasharma<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/9IiRbeaM9Y<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Javed khan (@javedkhan201987) May 31, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n ROYAL CHALLENGERS BENGALURU WON THE IPL 2026 \ud83c\udfc6\ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n \u2013 Rajat Patidar & his team created history#Cricket<\/a> #IPL2026<\/a> #TATAIPL2026<\/a> #TataIPL<\/a> #IPL<\/a> #ipl<\/a> #RCBvsGT<\/a> #GTvsRCB<\/a> #RCBvGT<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/ysoZOxNRS3<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Team India\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3 (@PritiThaku53390) May 31, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Back to Back IPL Titles for Royal Challengers Bengaluru \ud83c\udfc6<\/p>\n Congratulations RCB \u2014 khalnayak \ud83d\ude08 (@viratttt123) May 31, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n \ud83d\udd25 ROYAL CHALLENGERS BENGALURU SUCCESSFULLY DEFENDED TITLE ! @RCBTweets<\/a> #Final<\/a> #RCBvsGT<\/a> #GTvsRCB<\/a>#IPL<\/a> #IPL2026<\/a> #PLAYBOLD<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/F9gRzxRI8s<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Param Garvaliya (@ParamGarvaliya) May 31, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n This team is more than just a cricket franchise to me, it\u2019s an emotion, a part of my life, and a source of countless memories. Through every heartbreak, every near miss, every season filled with hope and disappointment, I stood by Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Seventeen long years\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/Yp2ZUNZxyw<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 \u534d (@NashuBM0) May 31, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n \ud83d\udde3\ufe0fROYAL ATTACKING CHALLENGERS BENGALURU ARE CHAMPIONS AGAIN AND WILL ATTACK NEXT YEAR AS WELL \ud83e\udd76\ud83e\udd76\ud83e\udd76\ud83e\udd76\ud83e\udd76\ud83e\udd76\ud83e\udd76\ud83e\udd76\ud83e\udd75\ud83e\udd75\ud83e\udd75\ud83e\udd75\ud83e\udd75\ud83e\udd75\ud83e\udd75\ud83e\udd75\ud83e\udd75\ud83e\udd75\ud83e\udd75\ud83d\udcc8\ud83d\udcc8\ud83d\udcc8\ud83d\udcc8\ud83d\udcc8\ud83d\udcc8\ud83d\udcc8\ud83d\udcc8\ud83d\udcc8\ud83d\udcc8\ud83d\udd25\ud83d\udd25\ud83d\udd25\ud83d\udd25 #RCBvsGT<\/a> #ChampionsRCB<\/a> #RCB<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/dBAmJ7Wh0J<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 ‘m Noob\ud83d\udde1\ufe0f (@loves_lohith) May 31, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Virat Kohli chooses biggest stage to showcase what he is. <\/p>\n Fastest Half century of his career in the final. Brilliance written all over it.<\/p>\n \u2014 Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) May 31, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n RCB have played front runners with aplomb. Like a Federer at Wimbledon, they would have made news if they had lost. The best constructed team and now they have 2 in 2.<\/p>\n \u2014 Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 31, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n \ud83d\udea8 EMOTIONAL STATEMENT BY VIRAT KOHLI AFTER WINNING THE IPL 2026 TROPHY \ud83d\udea8<\/p>\n Virat Kohli said \ud83d\udde3\ufe0f,<\/p>\n “When we finally lifted that trophy in 2025, it felt like a lifetime of weight was lifted off my shoulders. I thought that was the peak. But to stand here today, in 2026, holding\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/wmC8YQzkX3<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Cricket Central (@CricketCentrl) May 31, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Also WATCH:\u00a0Sai Sudharsan falls to a brilliant backward-running catch by Jitesh Sharma in IPL 2026 Final<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nRCB\u2019s disciplined bowling restricts GT to a competitive total in IPL 2026 Final<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Virat Kohli leads RCB to dominant IPL 2026 title defence against GT<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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A second back-to-back title for RCB \ud83c\udfc6\ud83c\udfc6#RCBvsGT<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/R8KAGS1rGF<\/a><\/p>\n\n
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Congratulations Virat Kohli , the ultimate Chase master ,The King \ud83d\udc51#RCBvsGT<\/a> | #IPLFinal<\/a> | #IPL2026Final<\/a> | #ViratKohli\ud80c\udcf5<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/UoMEf4qg0p<\/a><\/p>\n\n
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