IPL 2026: Watch: Virat Kohli meets Vaibhav Suryavanshi after RCB’s back-to-back title wins Cricket News

Virat Meets Vaibhav (Picture: X)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru successfully defended their IPL crown, winning back-to-back titles in style, none other than Virat Kohli Sealing the victory with the trademark six. As the celebrations began, one of the most heartwarming moments of the night came when Kohli met 15-year-old sensation Vibhu Suryavanshi, the youngster who not only broke records this season but also made his name in IPL history.It was a night that belonged to two of the biggest stars of IPL 2026, one who led his team to glory and the other who enthralled the cricketing world with a dream season. After RCB’s win, Kohli was seen congratulating Vibhu, who swept the awards ceremony by winning the Emerging Player of the Season, Super Striker of the Season, Super Sixers of the Season, Orange Cap, and Most Valuable Player awards. Kohli himself had much to celebrate. The RCB veteran was adjudged the player of the match after scoring a match-winning unbeaten 75 off 42 balls, ending the chase with a six that sent the Bengaluru faithful into celebration.After the presentation ceremony, Kohli and Vibhu were seen having a light conversation on the field, which became one of the most memorable images of the season. Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru maintained their dominance and won back-to-back IPL titles after defeating Gujarat Titans by 5 wickets in the IPL 2026 final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.GT made 155/8 in their 20 overs, but RCB’s disciplined bowling attack kept a dangerous batting line-up in check. Despite a few late boundaries, Gujarat were never able to build a substantial partnership and finished with a minimal total. In reply, RCB comfortably chased down the target to reach 161/5 in just 18 overs. Virat Kohli led the charge with a brilliant unbeaten 75 off 42 balls, anchoring the innings and ensuring there were no hiccups late on. His knock proved decisive as RCB crossed the finish line with two overs to spare and claimed their second consecutive IPL crown.

The victory cemented RCB’s status as the team to beat in the tournament, while GT finished as worthy runners-up after an impressive campaign led by skipper Shubman Gill.