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The Royal Challengers Bengaluru officially became two-time champions after defeating the Gujarat Titans by five wickets to successfully defend their title in the IPL 2026 final on Sunday. The Rajat Patidar-led side remained in control throughout the match and sealed a commanding victory at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

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The Rajasthan Royals became the inaugural IPL champions after defeating the Chennai Super Kings by three wickets in Navi Mumbai in 2008, marking the start of a thrilling cricketing extravaganza that has captivated millions worldwide over the years.

RCB joins elite ranks following IPL title win in 2026

Since the tournament’s inception, teams like the Chennai Super Kings, Mumbai Indians, and Kolkata Knight Riders have become multi-time champions. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru have now officially joined their ranks after claiming their second IPL title win in Ahmedabad this year.

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Additionally, RCB are the third team after CSK and MI to successfully defend the title in the history of the Indian Premier League.

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RCB clinch back-to-back IPL crowns in clinical final

Two times the charm for RCB as they clinched back-to-back titles with a five-wicket win over GT in the IPL 2026 final.

Virat Kohli anchored the chase brilliantly, scoring an unbeaten 75 off 42 deliveries during the chase to guide Bengaluru towards a monumental triumph.

The Shubman Gill-led Titans faltered early after Rasikh Salam Dar inflicted damage with his 3/27 spell. Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar chipped in with two wickets each and restricted the Titans to 155/8.

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Despite Washington Sundar's unbeaten fifty, none of the other batters managed to assert themselves in the game, allowing RCB to emerge victorious eventually.