Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated the Gujarat Titans to lift their second Indian Premier League title on Sunday, May 31, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
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Virat Kohli produced a masterclass under pressure, remaining unbeaten on 75 from 42 balls, laced with nine boundaries and three sixes, while also bringing up the fastest IPL half-century of his career in just 25 deliveries.
Kohli’s innings powered RCB to 161/5 in 18 overs as they overhauled a below-par target of 156.
While Royal Challengers Bengaluru bagged their place in the final with a convincing victory over the Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1, the Titans responded in style in Qualifier 2, chasing down 215 against the Rajasthan
Royals to seal a seven-wicket win.
The chase was built around a brilliant 167-run stand between Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan.
With both teams already boasting one IPL title each, RCB has now claimed a second championship crown. Along with the coveted trophy, the winners will also pocket a significant prize purse.
How BCCI Distributes IPL Prize Money Across Teams
BCCI set aside a prize pool exceeding Rs 46.5 crore for IPL 2026, with RCB all set to receive Rs 20 crore as champions in recognition of their successful campaign.
GT to Take Home Rs 13 Crore Prize Money
GTwill also walk away with a substantial reward for its efforts. The runners-up are all set to receive Rs 13 crore in prize money, ensuring a significant financial return for reaching the IPL 2026 final.
IPL Prize Money for Playoff Teams Explained
Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad will also be rewarded for their playoff campaigns. Rajasthan Royals are all set to receive Rs 7 crore, while Sunrisers Hyderabad will take home Rs 6.5 crore.
How IPL Prize Money Has Changed Over the Years
The prize money awarded to IPL champions has grown since the tournament started in 2008. The title-winning team received Rs 4.8 crore in each of the first two seasons, but the reward has increased over the years and now stands at Rs 20 crore.
The only exception came in 2020, when the prize purse was reduced because of the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
No Prize Money for IPL Teams Finishing Outside Top Four
Teams finishing between fifth and 10th on the IPL 2026 points table will not receive any share of the tournament’s official prize money.
