Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) star batsman Virat Kohli made interesting comments after winning the trophy for the second time in a row after winning the IPL 2026 final against Gujarat Titans. He said that after winning the title last season, we focused on back to back championships and we have successfully completed the same goal. Speaking after the final, Kohli said that the team’s goal from the beginning of the tournament is to be at the top of the points table.
Our first target is to be the table topper. We achieved it. After that many asked who they want to play in the final. But it doesn’t matter who our opponent is. Our focus is completely on RCB. We didn’t think about other teams. Always respect opponents. It is important for us to play good cricket. There are many senior players in the team. Experience makes the difference in stressful situations. No matter how enthusiastic and aggressive.. senior players should come forward in big matches. We did the same in this final. Experience has helped us in difficult situations,’ he said.
Virat Kohli revealed that the team’s collective performance this season has given him confidence. I know that even today the opposing team will try to get me out quickly. But I am confident that we have a champion team that will finish the match even if I get out early. With that confidence I was able to attack the bowlers. Credit must be given to the management for building the squad brilliantly, the talent of the players and their confidence. When Mo Bobat won the trophy last year, he said it was not the end, but two titles in a row. Now we have achieved that goal’ said Kohli.
Kohli also talked about the opening partnership in the final. He revealed that they wanted to turn the match towards them in the power play itself. “There was a small discussion with Venkatesh Iyer in the dressing room. I said to play to end the match in powerplay itself. He said ok. We have full clarity. Our idea is not to let the run rate increase in big matches. We played with small goals. The aggressiveness shown by Venkatesh Iyer in the last three and four matches played a key role in our success,” explained Kohli.
“I never thought we would only play seven home matches. We will be playing 14 home matches. Because RCB fans support us wherever we go. Although this final was held at Gujarat’s home ground, 90 percent RCB fans were seen in the stadium. That is the love we have acquired over the years. Their support is invaluable. It was great to see them live the moment they lifted the trophy today,” said an emotional King Kohli.
