Star batsman Virat Kohli Proved once again why he remains the heart of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), leading the team to their second consecutive IPL title and then celebrating the feat with an emotional message that quickly went viral.Almost a week after RCB’s five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final, the former RCB captain took to social media to reflect on the journey. “The season started with conviction. It ended with back-to-back titles. This team lived every emotion together. The altitude, the pressure, the obstacles, and the unwavering support. It feels extra special because… this place is home!” He wrote on X. RCB first restricted Gujarat Titans to 155/8 and comfortably chased down the target in 18 overs. Kohli He played an unbeaten innings of 75 off 42 balls, which included nine fours and three sixes, including the winning hit that clinched the title.The victory marked RCB’s second consecutive championship after ending their long wait for the trophy in 2025. Kohli said the team entered the final with more confidence than a year ago.“I told some of the guys that it doesn’t feel as stressful as last year,” Kohli said after the final. “We knew what kind of talent we had in the group. We’re top of the table. There’s a reason we got here first.”Having represented RCB since the IPL began in 2008, Kohli’s relationship with the franchise is deeper than most player-team relationships. His latest “home” message resonates strongly with fans, many of whom have seen him spend his entire IPL career in RCB colours.The veteran batsman also spoke about adapting his game despite approaching 38 years of age.“That’s what the game demands today. You have these young players all the time putting pressure on you and asking you to change your game and move on,” he said.“It’s an interesting situation because it gives you something to improve, something to work towards.”For RCB supporters, Kohli’s match-winning innings and heartfelt tribute was the perfect end to another title-winning season.
