RCB Triumphs Again: Kohli's Leadership Shines in IPL 2026 Victory

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has made history by winning back-to-back IPL titles, thanks to the exceptional performance of Virat Kohli. Captain Rajat Patidar praised Kohli not only for his batting skills but also for his mentorship and intensity during practice. In the final match against Gujarat Titans, Kohli's impressive 75* off 42 balls helped RCB chase down a target of 156 runs. This victory places RCB among the elite teams that have won consecutive IPL championships. Discover more about Kohli's impact and the match highlights in the full article.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 1, 2026, 09:23 IST

Patidar Commends Kohli's Mentorship and Passion

After the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured consecutive Indian Premier League (IPL) championships, captain Rajat Patidar lauded Virat Kohli, RCB's batting star, as an extraordinary player and mentor. He emphasized that Kohli's influence extends beyond his batting prowess. Patidar noted Kohli's dedication to mentoring his teammates, imparting valuable cricketing knowledge and professionalism. He mentioned that he closely observes Kohli's approach both during games and in practice, with the most significant takeaway being Kohli's unparalleled intensity and commitment during training sessions, treating them with the same seriousness as actual matches.

Kohli's Stellar Performance Secures Back-to-Back Championships

RCB achieved IPL 2026 success, propelled by Virat Kohli's remarkable innings of 75* off 42 balls, defeating the Gujarat Titans (GT) in the final held in Ahmedabad. RCB successfully chased down a challenging target of 156 runs, joining the ranks of five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Mumbai Indians (MI) as the only teams to win consecutive IPL titles. Kohli concluded the tournament as the fourth-highest run-scorer, amassing 675 runs across 16 innings, averaging 56.25 with a strike rate of 165.84, including one century and five half-centuries, with a top score of 105*.

IPL 2026 Final: Match Overview

In the final match, Gujarat Titans batted first, managing to score only 155 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in their 20 overs. Washington Sundar was the standout performer with the bat, scoring 50* off 37 balls, while Nishant Sindhu contributed 20 runs off 18 balls. RCB's bowlers, including Rasikh Dar Salam (3/27), Bhuvneshwar Kumar (2/29), and Josh Hazlewood (2/37), consistently took wickets. RCB began their innings strongly with a 62-run partnership between Venkatesh Iyer (32 off 16 balls) and Kohli. Although GT fought back, reducing RCB to 132/5, Kohli's unbeaten 75 off 42 balls, featuring nine fours and three sixes, led RCB to victory with two overs to spare.