RCB Clinches IPL 2026 Title: A Call for Responsible Celebrations

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) celebrated their second consecutive IPL title, defeating the Gujarat Titans by five wickets. In light of past tragedies, RCB urged fans to celebrate responsibly. The match saw a disciplined bowling performance from RCB, restricting GT to 155 runs, while Virat Kohli's stellar batting led RCB to victory. The team emphasized the importance of enjoying the moment with loved ones and avoiding public gatherings. Discover more about this thrilling match and RCB's heartfelt message to their supporters.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 1, 2026, 01:35 IST

RCB's Historic Victory

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) celebrated their second consecutive IPL championship at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, triumphing over the Gujarat Titans by five wickets. This victory marks RCB as only the third team to achieve back-to-back titles. The team’s message to fans emphasized the importance of celebrating responsibly, especially in light of the tragic events that occurred during the 2025 IPL season. Following RCB's first championship win against the Punjab Kings, a stampede outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium resulted in the loss of 11 lives as fans gathered for a parade.

A Message from RCB to Their Supporters

RCB's Message To Fans

"What a night. What a feeling. To every member of the RCB nation, congratulations. This is YOUR win. As the celebrations begin, let’s be responsible. The best way to celebrate is with your loved ones. Relive the memories, and enjoy this special moment from the comfort of home. We’ll see you in the stadium next year, 12th Man Army. Until then, spread the joy and keep supporting us," the team shared on social media.

Match Highlights: RCB vs GT

RCB Beat GT By Five Wickets

In the match, Gujarat Titans batted first on a sluggish pitch but struggled after losing their captain Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan early in the Powerplay. RCB's disciplined bowling attack, led by Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and Rasikh Salam Dhar, restricted GT to 155/8, with Washington Sundar's unbeaten 50 off 37 balls being the standout performance.

RCB's chase began with a strong partnership between Virat Kohli and Venkatesh Iyer, who scored 62 runs in just 4.3 overs against Kagiso Rabada. Despite a brief setback that saw RCB reduced to 91 for 4, Tim David's quick 24 runs and Kohli's unbeaten 75 off 42 balls secured the win, culminating in jubilant celebrations. Notably, players refrained from mentioning any parade or public celebrations in their post-match comments.