IPL 2026 Final — Virat Kohli wins Player of the Match for unbeaten 75

 

Match Result and Player of the Match

BAJI LIVE Virat Kohli of Royal Challengers Bengaluru was named the Player of the Match in the IPL 2026 Final against Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. RCB successfully chased down the target of 156 runs to secure the victory.

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Kohli’s Match-Winning Knock and Season Performance

Kohli remained unbeaten on 75 runs off 42 balls, guiding RCB comfortably over the line in the final chase. He finished the season with a total of 675 runs from 16 innings, underlining his consistency throughout the tournament.

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Post-Match Reflections and Fan Support

Speaking at the post-match presentation, Kohli said the moment felt like a dream come true, especially imagining himself hitting the winning runs in an IPL final. He also noted the team’s relaxed mindset going into the match and their clarity about the game plan. On the strong fan support for RCB across venues, he highlighted that the franchise effectively enjoys “14 home games” due to their widespread backing, adding that the fans’ support over the years has been priceless.