Virat Kohli, the iconic Indian cricketer, shared his emotional response to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) winning their first Indian Premier League (IPL) title, which ended an 18-year wait for the franchise. Speaking on the RCB podcast, Kohli reflected on the overwhelming feelings he experienced after the victory against Punjab Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on June 3, 2026. He described the moment as surreal, expressing gratitude for experiencing such a significant achievement before the end of his career. Kohli acknowledged the immense pressure that had built over the years, with RCB often being labeled as 'almost champions' due to their history of near misses. He stated, "It’s very difficult to explain to people in words how I felt in the last four balls of the last over." Kohli also noted that while he would not have regretted not winning the title, he would have always wondered what it felt like to lift the trophy. His performance in IPL 2026, scoring 484 runs in 12 matches, has helped RCB secure the top position in the points table as they aim to defend their title.