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RCB wins valuation crown! Royal Challengers Bengaluru 1st $300 mn cricket team as IPL business value crosses $20 bn

Royal Challengers Bengaluru has surpassed a $300 million brand value milestone. The Indian Premier League's overall business valuation climbed to $20.6 billion this year. This growth underscores the tournament's increasing commercial appeal and global investor confidence. Recent franchise transactions have reset valuation benchmarks for the league. Global investors now view…

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Andy Flower rules out return as England Test coach after Brendon McCullum sacking

Flower coached the England team between 2009 and 2014, winning the Ashes three times

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Nothing leads India's smartphone growth in Q2 as shipments surge 105%: Report

Nothing led India's smartphone market growth in the second quarter of 2026. This surge followed strong demand for their Phone (4a) and Phone (4a) Pro models. Increased brand visibility came from sponsoring the Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL franchise. Samsung also saw growth, while the overall market faces price challenges. Nothing…

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How long will Virat Kohli play for RCB? CEO Rajesh Menon answers

Royal Challengers Bengaluru CEO Rajesh Menon is confident Virat Kohli will play for the franchise for at least three to four more years, emphasizing his irreplaceable role. Kohli's stellar 2026 IPL season, marked by a career-best strike rate and a match-winning final, underscores his continued impact. Menon envisions Kohli remaining…

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IPL 2026: Virat Kohli drops epic "kikli boys" dance moment with Royal Challengers Bengaluru teammate Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Royal Challengers Bengaluru celebrated their Indian Premier League 2026 victory. Virat Kohli and Bhuvneshwar Kumar shared a dance moment at the party. Kohli also reflected on the team's achievement of winning back-to-back titles. The team secured a five-wicket win against Gujarat Titans in the final. This win places RCB among…

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Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma walk barefoot to meet Premanand Maharaj at Vrindavan ashram after IPL victory, watch video

Following Royal Challengers Bengaluru's historic back-to-back IPL title win, Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma visited Vrindavan for a spiritual retreat. The couple sought blessings from Premanand Maharaj at his ashram, a place they frequently visit. This quiet moment of reflection underscores their commitment to faith amidst their demanding careers, a…

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Tim David banned from IPL 2027 RCB's first match for throwing ice bag aggressively at umpire

RCB Tim David Ban: Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL 2026 triumph is overshadowed by Tim David's one-match suspension for next season. He received two demerit points for aggressively throwing an ice bag at umpire Nitin Menon during the final, bringing his season total to five. This violation of the Code of…

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Anand Mahindra finds Monday motivation in Virat Kohli: After years of near misses, RCB star's loyalty and belief pay off with consecutive IPL titles

Anand Mahindra's Monday motivation: After Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their second consecutive IPL title, Anand Mahindra shared a heartfelt tribute to Virat Kohli, calling his journey a lesson in loyalty, commitment and belief. The industrialist's post struck a chord online as fans celebrated not just RCB's triumph, but the perseverance…

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Anushka Sharma Hailed as RCB’s ‘Lucky Charm’ After Back-to-Back IPL Triumph

For years, actor Anushka Sharma found herself at the center of criticism whenever Virat Kohli had an off day on the cricket field. During the early years of their relationship, Anushka was a regular presence at Indian cricket team matches and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) games, cheering for Kohli from…

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Andy Flower: The Luis Enrique of RCB, transforming team to back-to-back IPL champions

Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their second IPL title consecutively. Coach Andy Flower is credited with this success. He transformed the team by focusing on structure and cohesion. Flower's approach has instilled confidence in both seasoned players and new talents. This cultural shift has been key to RCB's recent triumphs.

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Rajat Patidar Birthday: How the quiet performer transformed RCB into champions, leading them to consecutive IPL 2026 titles

Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their second consecutive Indian Premier League title in 2026. Captain Rajat Patidar guided the team to victory against Gujarat Titans. This win places RCB alongside Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians in defending their IPL crowns. The bowling unit performed consistently throughout the season. Patidar expressed…

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to debut soon in Indian Team? BCCI drops big statement, ends suspense

Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their second consecutive IPL title with a thrilling five-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans in the 2026 final. The tournament also witnessed the emergence of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who became the youngest Orange Cap winner with a record-breaking 776 runs.

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RCB vs GT IPL Match 2026: Who won IPL 2026 final between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans? Check latest update

Who won the IPL 2026? Virat Kohli's unbeaten 75 guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their second successive IPL title, defeating Gujarat Titans by five wickets. RCB chased down a target of 156 comfortably, with Kohli's blistering knock including his fastest IPL fifty. RCB's bowlers had earlier restricted GT to 155/8.

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Gujarat Titans bus suffers short circuit after IPL final loss; players evacuated safely

Gujarat Titans players and staff faced an unexpected evacuation after their team bus experienced a short circuit. This incident occurred on Sunday night following their IPL final loss. No injuries were reported. The team was stranded for about an hour before alternative transport was arranged.

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Royal Challengers reign again as Kohli anchors title-clinching chase

Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their second IPL title. They defeated Gujarat Titans in the final. Virat Kohli anchored the chase with an unbeaten 75. RCB bowlers restricted Gujarat Titans to 155 for eight. RCB chased the target in 18 overs. This victory marks a significant achievement for the franchise.

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CRIK:White-ball final king Hazlewood lifts another IPL crown

The great quick Josh Hazlewood has come up trumps again, along with fellow Aussie Tim David, to help Royal Challengers Bengaluru win back-to-back IPL crowns.

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White-ball final king Hazlewood lifts another IPL crown

The great quick Josh Hazlewood has come up trumps again, along with fellow Aussie Tim David, to help Royal Challengers Bengaluru win back-to-back IPL crowns.

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What did Virat Kohli tell Shubman Gill during IPL Final? Heated argument caught on cam

Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured the IPL 2026 title. A crucial moment involved Virat Kohli surviving a diving catch by Shubman Gill. The third umpire ruled the catch not out. Kohli went on to score an unbeaten 75. This innings powered RCB to a five-wicket victory. Gujarat Titans were left stunned…

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RCB win IPL for 2 straight years, but this player has created a hat-trick of wins

Phil Salt has achieved a rare IPL feat. He is part of three consecutive title wins. Salt won with Kolkata Knight Riders in 2024. He then secured back-to-back titles with Royal Challengers Bengaluru in 2025 and 2026. His arrival transformed RCB's batting. Salt has become a player who consistently finds…

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The king in the west: Virat Kohli's stunning chase powers RCB to back-to-back IPL crowns

Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their second IPL title in a row. They defeated Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad. Virat Kohli played a key role with a half-century. Captain Rajat Patidar led the team to victory. This win solidifies RCB's status as a champion team. Gujarat Titans struggled with their batting. RCB's…

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IPL 2026: Gujarat Titan's Kagiso Rabada wins Purple cap, overtakes RCB's Bhuvneshwar Kumar in final

Kagiso Rabada secured his second IPL Purple Cap in 2026, taking 29 wickets to lead Gujarat Titans to the final. He narrowly edged out Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who finished with 28 wickets for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. This marks another dominant season for the South African pacer.

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How to watch IPL FInal 2026: live stream RCB vs Gujarat Titans from anywhere

All the ways to watch IPL 2026 final live streams online and from anywhere, as RCB face Gujarat Titans in the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

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IPL 2026 final: RCB going in as favourites, says Ravichandran Ashwin ahead of RCB vs GT clash

Ravichandran Ashwin sees Royal Challengers Bengaluru as favourites for the IPL 2026 final. He believes their aggressive style will be key against Gujarat Titans. Despite Gujarat's home advantage, Ashwin feels RCB have a more complete team. He advises RCB to maintain their attacking approach throughout the match. Both, RCB and…

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Which player has won the Most Purple Caps in IPL History? Check full winners list

Complete Purple Cap winners list and top wicket-taking records: The IPL 2026 final is set for May 31st, with Royal Challengers Bengaluru facing Gujarat Titans. The article highlights past Purple Cap winners and the current top wicket-takers, with Kagiso Rabada leading the charge for Gujarat Titans.

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IPL 2026 Final: Will GT's Jos Buttler improve his modest T20 final record in title clash vs RCB?

Gujarat Titans face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL final. All eyes are on Jos Buttler to deliver with his big-match experience. Buttler has a strong record against RCB. He has also performed well this season for GT. His past T20 final performances are modest. This match is a key…

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