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RCB Win IPL 2026 Final by 5 Wickets, Defend Title Against Gujarat Titans

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 title by defeating Gujarat Titans (GT) by 5 wickets in the final played at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.

After winning the toss, RCB opted to bowl first and restricted Gujarat Titans to 155/8 in 20 overs. Washington Sundar was the top scorer for GT with an unbeaten 50 runs off 37 balls, while Rasikh Salam Dar starred for RCB with 3 wickets for 27 runs.

Chasing 156 runs for victory, RCB successfully reached the target with five wickets in hand to defend their IPL crown and become back-to-back champions.

Key Highlights

  • RCB defeated Gujarat Titans by 5 wickets in the IPL 2026 Final.
  • The match was played at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
  • Gujarat Titans scored 155/8 in 20 overs.
  • Washington Sundar remained unbeaten on 50 runs.
  • Rasikh Salam Dar took 3 wickets for RCB.
  • Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood claimed 2 wickets each.
  • RCB successfully chased the target to win the title.
  • Rajat Patidar captained Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
  • Shubman Gill captained Gujarat Titans.

Why in News?

Royal Challengers Bengaluru successfully defended their IPL title by defeating Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 Final, becoming champions for the second consecutive season.

IPL 2026 Final at a Glance

Particulars Details
Tournament Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026
Winner Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
Runner-up Gujarat Titans (GT)
Venue Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Result RCB won by 5 wickets
GT Score 155/8 (20 Overs)
Top Scorer Washington Sundar (50*)
Best Bowler Rasikh Salam Dar (3/27)
RCB Captain Rajat Patidar
GT Captain Shubman Gill

Exam Takeaway

  • IPL 2026 Winner: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
  • Runner-up: Gujarat Titans (GT)
  • Venue of Final: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
  • RCB won the title by 5 wickets.
  • Washington Sundar scored a half-century for GT.
  • Rasikh Salam Dar was the leading wicket-taker for RCB in the final.
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