Royal Challengers Bengaluru made it to yet another final as they beat Gujarat Titans by 92 runs in the Qualifier 1 to reach the Final of the IPL 2026. It was a clinical performance from the RCB side and they will be looking to clinch yet another title and go back-to-back. After winning the match, Royal Challengers Bengaluru released a post-match celebration video where a small clip has gone viral. This involves Devdutt Padikkal and Krunal Pandya with mentor Dinesh Karthik coming in later in the fun banter. This video has gone viral on social media with fans praising the vibes in the dressing room and also the atmosphere and there has been plenty of positive comments. Watch the video here.
Devdutt Padikkal addressed the team after the win and praised them for their performance. In his speech he had forgot to mention Krunal Pandya and his contributions. At the end of the speech RCB all-rounder Krunal Pandya said ‘’Mera Naam Bhool gaya bhai’’ in Hindi which translates to ‘’You forgot to mention my name’’.Royal Challengers Bengaluru mentor Dinesh Karthik immediately
stepped in and praised Krunal Pandya for his wonderful batting performance. After this Krunal Pandya acknowledged the praise and the entire squad burst into laughter with Shepherd seen enjoying the lighter side of this banter. This clip has gone viral on social media.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru aim for their second title
Defending Champions from IPL 2025, RCB have been in stunning form this season. They finished top of the table and put up a dominant performance in the Qualifier 1 against Gujarat Titans. They will now have to wait for their opponent which will be decided after Qualifier 2. Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be aiming for their second title this Sunday with the Final set to take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
