The 2026 IPL season garnered 1.2 billion viewers, a 7% increase, with watch-time hitting 870 billion minutes. Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their second consecutive title by defeating Gujarat Titans in the final, which became the most-watched IPL match ever.
Virat Kohli may miss India's ODI series against Afghanistan due to a hamstring injury sustained during the IPL 2026 final. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate acknowledged his absence would be a significant setback.
Virat Kohli may miss India's ODI series against Afghanistan due to a hamstring injury sustained during the IPL 2026 final. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate acknowledged his absence would be a significant setback.
Virat Kohli's leadership and relentless drive were crucial to Royal Challengers Bengaluru's second consecutive IPL title win in 2026. Teammate Krunal Pandya highlighted Kohli's inspiring work ethic, fitness, and competitive spirit.
Virat Kohli's leadership and work ethic were crucial to Royal Challengers Bengaluru's second consecutive IPL title win in 2026. Teammate Krunal Pandya highlighted Kohli's inspiring hunger to perform and his ability to bounce back from setbacks.
Jos Buttler revealed Gujarat Titans coach Ashish Nehra's tactical decision to promote Nishant Sindhu ahead of him in the IPL 2026 final against RCB. The move aimed to give Sindhu more game time but ultimately didn't yield the desired result.
Former Australia captain Michael Clarke believes Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper Rajat Patidar deserves more recognition for his performances in the IPL. Clarke highlighted Patidar's leadership and batting prowess, suggesting he should be considered for the Indian T20 and potentially ODI teams.
Virat Kohli congratulated Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after RCB won IPL 2026. Sooryavanshi swept season awards, while Kohli was Player of the Match in the final. Kohli advised the young prodigy to focus on hard work and self-belief.
Gujarat Titans' Jos Buttler described a frightening safety scare on the team bus after their IPL 2026 final loss to RCB. Smoke from a short circuit forced an evacuation, adding to the team's disappointment.
Gujarat Titans' Jos Buttler described a frightening safety scare on the team bus after their IPL 2026 final loss to RCB. Smoke from a short circuit forced an evacuation, adding to the team's disappointment.
England batter Jacob Bethell has recovered from a finger injury and is available for the first Test against New Zealand. He cut short his IPL stint to be assessed by England's medical team and is set to bat at No. 3.
Virat Kohli and Bhuvneshwar Kumar celebrated RCB's second consecutive IPL title with a 'Kikli' dance, shared by Kohli on Instagram. Both players were crucial to the team's success.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru celebrated their second consecutive IPL title win by discussing the possibility of a historic "three in a row" in 2027, a feat never before achieved in the league's history. Director of Cricket Mo Bobat challenged the team, with captain Rajat Patidar expressing confidence.
Rajat Patidar praised Krunal Pandya's "aura" in an Instagram post after RCB's second consecutive IPL title win. Pandya was a key player, contributing 226 runs and 14 wickets, and achieving his fifth IPL title overall.
Rajat Patidar lauded Krunal Pandya's "aura" in an Instagram post after RCB's back-to-back IPL title wins. Pandya contributed 226 runs and 14 wickets, becoming a key "clutch" player.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their second IPL title, defeating Gujarat Titans. Phil Salt and Suyash Sharma achieved a rare IPL title hat-trick, winning consecutively with KKR and RCB.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their second IPL title, defeating Gujarat Titans. Phil Salt and Suyash Sharma achieved a rare IPL title hat-trick, winning consecutively with KKR and RCB.
England football captain Harry Kane congratulated Royal Challengers Bengaluru on winning their second consecutive IPL title, praising Virat Kohli's performance in the final against Gujarat Titans.
England football captain Harry Kane congratulated Royal Challengers Bengaluru on winning their second consecutive IPL title, praising Virat Kohli's performance in the final against Gujarat Titans.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru defended their IPL title after Virat Kohli hit a match-winning six against Gujarat Titans. Meanwhile, Rahul Gandhi alleged fraud in Class 12 exam evaluations, and PM Modi met Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing.
Gujarat Titans lost the IPL 2026 final to Royal Challengers Bengaluru despite a strong season. The team, a consistent performer since 2022, reached their third final but fell short in the title clash.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their second consecutive IPL title by defeating Gujarat Titans in the 2026 final. The victory is attributed to a strong backroom team including Head Coach Andy Flower, Director of Cricket Mo Bobat, Mentor Dinesh Karthik, and talent scout Malolan Rangarajan.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have achieved a remarkable turnaround, winning back-to-back IPL titles and their women's team securing the WPL title. This success is attributed to a shift from star power to structured systems, smart recruitment, and squad depth.
Virat Kohli celebrated Royal Challengers Bengaluru's second consecutive IPL title win, defeating Gujarat Titans by five wickets. Kohli, 37, hit the winning runs and his fastest T20 half-century, highlighting the team's depth and strategic execution throughout the season.
