RCB Clinches IPL 2026 Title with Dominant Win Over GT
GT Vs RCB Highlights, IPL 2026 Final: Kohli Leads RCB's Rout Of GT To Defend Title

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In the IPL 2026 final, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) successfully defended their title by defeating Gujarat Titans (GT) by 5 wickets. RCB restricted GT to 155 runs, with Rashik Salam taking three wickets, and Virat Kohli scoring an unbeaten 75 to guide RCB to victory.
- 01RCB won the IPL 2026 final against GT by 5 wickets, marking their second consecutive title.
- 02Rashik Salam took 3 wickets for RCB, significantly contributing to restricting GT to 155 runs.
- 03Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten 75 runs, leading RCB's successful chase.
- 04RCB's opening partnership of 62 runs between Kohli and Venkatesh Iyer set the tone for the match.
- 05RCB becomes only the third team to defend the IPL title, joining Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians.
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In a thrilling IPL 2026 final held on Sunday, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) triumphed over the Gujarat Titans (GT) by 5 wickets, successfully defending their title. GT struggled to post a competitive total, ending their innings at 155 runs for 8 wickets, primarily due to a stellar bowling performance from RCB's Rashik Salam, who claimed three wickets. RCB's Josh Hazlewood initiated the downfall of GT by dismissing captain Shubman Gill early in the innings. Despite a fighting half-century from Washington Sundar, who scored 50 runs, GT's batting lineup faltered against RCB's disciplined bowling attack.
In response, RCB's chase was spearheaded by Virat Kohli, who remained unbeaten on 75 runs. Kohli's partnership with Venkatesh Iyer, who contributed a brisk 32 runs, laid a solid foundation for the chase. Despite a few wickets falling, including Rajat Patidar and Tim David, Kohli's steady performance ensured RCB reached the target with 12 balls to spare. This victory marks a significant achievement for RCB, making them the third team in IPL history to defend their title successfully, alongside Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians.
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