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Punjab Kings spinner Harpreet Brar has dismissed talk of a rivalry with Virat Kohli, calling it a social media creation. Brar said respect remains intact while stressing that bowlers must focus on their job rather than being affected by a batter’s aggression

Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar says he is content with life outside the Indian team and now plays purely for his love of cricket. He also credited the IPL, Virat Kohli, Ravi Shastri and his family for shaping his career and mindset.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru has become the world's first cricket franchise to cross $300 million in brand valuation, according to Houlihan Lokey's 2026 study. Driven by massive digital growth and landmark acquisition deals, the IPL's total business value reached $20.6 billion

Virat Kohli has been ruled out of India's three-match ODI series against Afghanistan after scans revealed a distal semimembranosus tendon tear sustained in the IPL final. Ruturaj Gaikwad is likely to replace him; Rohit Sharma's fitness remains under assessment ahead of the series.

RCB icon praises 15-year-old Orange Cap winner Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

After defending their title at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Royal Challengers Bengaluru pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar and all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer hailed the team's collective effort, stating that the long-waiting franchise thoroughly deserved their back-to-back IPL championships.

RCB batter Tim David will miss the opening game of the next IPL season after being handed a one-match suspension. David was fined 50% of his match fee for aggressively throwing an ice bag toward umpire Nitin Menon

Hyderabad police registered cases against several individuals for damaging public property and creating a nuisance during celebrations of Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL victory. Police said arrests would be made after identifying those involved through surveillance footage and social media videos.

Director of Cricket Mo Bobat and head coach Andy Flower credit a meticulous auction strategy, structural elite experience, and an indispensable Indian coaching staff for driving Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their second successive IPL trophy

For the longest time, RCB were the IPL’s biggest underachievers – a star-studded unit who would always fall short of winning the trophy when it mattered the most

Pandya gave a complete all-round performance, he scored 226 runs with the bat and picked 14 scalps in this season

Kohli smashed a match-winning knock of 75(42)* which led RCB to their second IPL trophy

Rajat Patidar credited confidence, planning and collective effort after Royal Challengers Bengaluru retained the IPL title with a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans. The skipper also praised Virat Kohli's leadership qualities and highlighted the team's strong mindset throughout the campaign.

Virat Kohli praised Royal Challengers Bengaluru's maturity, balance and collective effort after the franchise secured its second consecutive IPL title with a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans. Kohli said confidence, composure and contributions from across the squad were key factors.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clinched their second consecutive IPL title by defeating Gujarat Titans, sparking jubilant celebrations across Karnataka. Political leaders including CM-designate D.K. Shivakumar, Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy, and former CM Siddaramaiah hailed the team’s triumph.

Virat Kohli's unbeaten 75 and a disciplined bowling effort powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans, securing a second consecutive IPL title in commanding fashion

Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s disciplined bowling attack dismantled Gujarat Titans’ batting order in the IPL final at Ahmedabad, restricting them to 155/8.

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has backed Royal Challengers Bengaluru as strong favourites for the IPL 2026 final, saying only their own mistakes can cost them the title. Gujarat Titans, however, will rely on home advantage in Ahmedabad.

RCB captain Rajat Patidar said a strong sense of responsibility among players has been central to the team's success this season. Ahead of the IPL 2026 final against Gujarat Titans, he stressed focusing on team strengths, bowling depth and staying present-minded

RCB’s high-risk, powerful batting units make them overwhelming favourites, but GT’s disciplined bowling attack looks to cause an upset and deny Bengaluru back-to-back titles