The IPL 2026 concluded with a blockbuster finale clash on Sunday (May 29) at the Narendra Modi stadium. RCB clinched their second title after a victory over GT as Virat Kohli hit the winning runs. Check out top stories on IPL 2026 here in News Digest of June 1.
Virat Kohli masterclass earns RCB 2nd IPL title
Virat Kohli delivered a masterclass with an unbeaten 75 off 42 balls - his fastest IPL fifty - as RCB chased 156 to beat Gujarat Titans by five wickets in the IPL 2026 final at Narendra Modi Stadium. His innings featured precise striking and composure under pressure. Kohli earned Player of the Match. "I've thought of this moment many times… to be standing there hitting the winning runs. It's a dream day for us, he said. The win marked RCB's second successive title.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi sweeps away with 5 Season Awards
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
for Rajasthan Royals swept five major IPL 2026 awards: Most Valuable Player, Emerging Player, Orange Cap (776 runs at SR 237.3), Super Striker, and Super Sixes. The explosive opener set records as the youngest to win several honours. He dominated with power-hitting and maturity. Sooryavanshi's breakout season established him as Indian cricket's brightest young talent and a record-breaker.
GT suffer Short Circuit Scare after IPL Final Defeat
After their IPL 2026 final loss to RCB, Gujarat Titans' team bus suffered a short circuit while returning from Narendra Modi Stadium, leading to smoke and panic. Players and staff were quickly evacuated and stranded roadside for nearly an hour. Everyone remained safe with no injuries. A replacement bus was arranged as the night ended on a distressing note for the defeated side.
Kagiso Rabada wins Purple Cap to join Elite List
Kagiso Rabada claimed the Purple Cap with 29 wickets for Gujarat Titans, finishing as IPL 2026's leading wicket-taker despite the final loss. His pace, yorkers, and variations shone throughout. Rabada became the fourth bowler to win the Purple Cap multiple times. The South African joined an elite group of overseas pacers with repeated success in the league.
Virat Kohli says he dreamt after hitting winning runs
Virat Kohli sealed RCB's IPL 2026 victory with a six after his 75* off 42, fulfilling a long-held dream. "I've thought of this moment many times… to be standing there hitting the winning runs. It's stuff that you dream of, he said post-match. The 37-year-old dedicated the back-to-back triumph to loyal fans after 18 years of waiting and called it destiny fulfilled.
Sunil Gavaskar slams BCCI for IPL Final schedule
Sunil Gavaskar criticised the BCCI for the IPL 2026 final schedule, saying Gujarat Titans deserved fairness after hectic playoff travel and insufficient rest. He suggested using the reserve day. "Players require rest, Gavaskar stated. The commentator highlighted how the tight timeline impacted GT's preparation and urged better planning for the showpiece event's integrity.
RCB join MI, CSK in Elite List
Royal Challengers Bengaluru joined Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings in the elite list by winning back-to-back IPL titles in 2026. After their maiden 2025 triumph, RCB defended the crown with a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans. CSK won consecutive titles in 2010 and 2011, while Mumbai Indians did it in 2019 and 2020.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi involved in Hilarious Chat with Ravi Shastri
In a viral post-final moment, Ravi Shastri asked 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi how much milk he drank daily after his record IPL 2026 season. Sooryavanshi replied straight-faced, "Ab doodh nahi peeta hu (I don't drink milk anymore). The witty response left Shastri laughing. The light-hearted exchange during the awards, where Sooryavanshi won five trophies, highlighted the prodigy's humility and charm.
Shubman Gill blames Powerplay struggle for Defeat
Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill blamed poor Powerplay execution for the IPL 2026 final loss to RCB. "We never got momentum… we lost early wickets and never got momentum, he said. Both Gill and Sai Sudharsan lost their wickets in the powerplay, thus compounding their pressure.Gill noted GT gave away 15-20 runs too many in the first six overs and failed to build a defendable total despite a strong season. He accepted the lapses cost them against RCB's chase.
IPL 2027 to start from March 14 tentatively
The BCCI has set IPL 2027 to run from March 14 to May 30, 2027, maintaining the 10-team format. Officials prioritised player workload and international calendar fit following RCB's back-to-back success. Fans appreciated the advance clarity for planning.
