Virat Kohli expressed relief after RCB's IPL 2026 victory, stating the pressure felt lighter compared to last year's title run, as they became the third team to defend their crown.
RCB won their second consecutive IPL title
Jun 01, 2026
01:36 am
What's the storyFor 17 years, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) waited for their first Indian Premier League (IPL) trophy. Less than 12 months later, they have two.
RCB became the third side to defend their IPL title after beating Gujarat Titans in the 2026 final at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium.
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