Virat Kohli took to social media to celebrate the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) victory in the IPL 2026 final, where they defeated Gujarat Titans by five wickets. This win marked RCB's second consecutive title, with Kohli playing a crucial role by scoring an unbeaten 75, including the fastest T20 half-century of his career. He reflected on the team's journey, noting the importance of depth and collective contributions, as evidenced by eight different players earning Player of the Match awards in the initial matches. Kohli credited the team's balance and the management's efforts in assembling a strong squad, which allowed them to focus on their game without worrying about opponents. He also mentioned the motivating words from Director of Cricket Mo Bobat, which inspired the team to aim for back-to-back titles. Despite the final being hosted at the Gujarat Titans' home ground, Kohli expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support from RCB fans, stating that they felt like they had 14 home games.