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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is one name cricket fans worldwide will keep hearing and talking about for another two decades. The 15-year-old batting prodigy, playing only his second IPL season, broke multiple records and won not one, not two, but five IPL 2026 awards. The left-handed opener won the Orange Cap, awards for the most sixes hit, being the most valuable player this season and two more.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🔥Most runs - Orange Cap 🔥Most sixes 🔥Most Valuable Player 🔥Super Striker of the Season 🔥Emerging Player of the Season 😂 And an extra suitcase to carry ‘em all! Jug jug jeeyo, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 💗🙇‍♂️ <a href="https://t.co/L1exzo4qfH">pic.twitter.com/L1exzo4qfH</a>&mdash; Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) <a href="https://x.com/rajasthanroyals/status/2061158743056990699?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

There was no stopping Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. After his IPL debut last season, Vaibhav elevated his game and smashed even the best of attacks for fun this time. Last year, he smashed a 35-ball hundred (against GT) in only his third IPL match, and this time, he added another three-figure score to his tally.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-final-rcb-vs-gt-potm-virat-kohli-reflects-on-retaining-ipl-crown-with-a-six-back-to-back-titles-1780254846909">‘Wanting to hit winning runs’: POTM Kohli reflects on retaining IPL crown for RCB with a six</a> &nbsp;He even scored five fifties, three of which were agonisingly cut short in the 90s, with the one against SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Eliminator making headlines. Vaibhav smashed a 29-ball 97 against the SRH, helping RR beat the former champions to qualify for the Qualifier 2. That match saw him break Chris Gayle’s 14-year-old record for the most sixes in an IPL edition. While Gayle clobbered 59 sixes in 2012, Vaibhav amassed 72 in 2026, in only his second IPL edition. Even in the next game against GT, Vaibhav departed playing a similar shot on 96, though RR failed to defend a 200-plus score and lost the match.<h3>All awards won by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi –</h3><ul><li>Most Valuable Player (MVP)</li><li>Orange Cap (776 runs in 16 matches)</li><li>Most Sixes (72)</li><li>Emerging Player of the Year</li><li>Super Striker of the Season (237.3)</li></ul><h3>Here’s what he said after collecting the awards -</h3>"It feels nice, but there is pressure because I am doing interviews. It is a proud moment, and I will try to do well next season too. I try to back my game, and if the ball is there to be hit, I go all out for it and just try to play that way. &nbsp;"How to play the pressure game, how to change myself every game, you can't play every game in one mode, you need to read the game situation and play according to the team's requirements. These are my learnings from this season. [On fitness] Yes, my focus is on that. If I have to play long, I have to stay clear of injuries and work on my fitness and have to focus more,” Vaibhav added.

At just 15 years old, Rajasthan Royals prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi dominated the IPL 2026 awards night by sweeping 5 historic honours, including the Orange Cap and MVP.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is one name cricket fans worldwide will keep hearing and talking about for another two decades. The 15-year-old batting prodigy, playing only his second IPL season, broke multiple records and won not one, not two, but five IPL 2026 awards. The left-handed opener won the Orange Cap, awards for the most sixes hit, being the most valuable player this season and two more.

At just 15 years old, Rajasthan Royals prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi dominated the IPL 2026 awards night by sweeping 5 historic honours, including the Orange Cap and MVP.

15-year-old, 2nd season and FIVE awards – How Vaibhav Sooryavanshi owned IPL 2026

There is nothing Virat Kohli hasn’t done on a cricket field. Be it scoring runs, scoring them quickly, smashing 20-odd-ball fifties, winning countless tournaments, yet on Sunday (May 31) in Ahmedabad, he cherished his <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rcb-win-ipl-2026-virat-kohli-25-ball-fastest-ipl-fifty-smashes-gt-to-secure-back-to-back-ipl-titles-gt-ahmedabad-royal-challengers-bengaluru-1780245784976">second IPL title with RCB</a> like no other. The batting icon was at the centre of the run chase, scoring an unbeaten 75 and helping RCB complete a historic back-to-back title defence against the Gujarat Titans. Regardless of finishing fourth among the top run-getters this season, Kohli cherished the moment he sealed the game and history for his IPL franchise with a match-winning six. Kohli said it was the stuff of dreams and that he always wanted to hit the winning runs.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Finishing off in style 🥳 And it&#39;s none other than King Kohli 😎👑 Scorecard ▶️ <a href="https://t.co/Yz6K3q6w0X">https://t.co/Yz6K3q6w0X</a><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/TATAIPL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TATAIPL</a> | <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Final?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Final</a> | <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/TheFinalLeap?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TheFinalLeap</a> | <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/RCBvGT?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RCBvGT</a> <a href="https://t.co/FZNGQ26gBs">pic.twitter.com/FZNGQ26gBs</a>&mdash; IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) <a href="https://x.com/IPL/status/2061147057889615936?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

“Stuff you dream of. Thought of this moment many times, wanting to hit the winning run. Felt really relaxed coming in,” Kohli said after receiving his Player of the Match (POTM) award for his brilliant 75 in IPL 2026 final.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rcb-vs-gt-ipl-2026-final-internet-erupts-after-virat-kohli-triumph-75-runs-see-reactions-back-to-back-titles-bhuvneshwar-kumar-1780252300496">Internet erupts after Virat Kohli, RCB triumph vs GT in IPL 2026 final| See reactions</a> &nbsp;At 37, Kohli paced and planned his innings to perfection, and it’s no surprise that he won the game and the tournament for his IPL team, something he has done for years now. Speaking highly of this two-time winning IPL unit, Kohli said, “The team we have gives confidence to see any kind of situation through. (I) knew exactly what to do in the chase. Such is the demand, super young players pushing you to up the ante.” &nbsp;Kohli also completed a 25-ball fifty during the run chase, his quickest ever coming in his 19th IPL season.&nbsp; &nbsp;“Gives you something to work towards. I had to change my mindset, not my game so much, take on bowlers and get extra runs. The first target was to go to the top of the table. We didn't care what jersey was in front of us thereon,” he said.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🗣️𝗜𝘁&#39;𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗳𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗼𝗳 🤩 🎥 Hear from the 𝙢𝙖𝙣 𝙤𝙛 𝙢𝙚𝙜𝙖 𝙢𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 Virat Kohli himself on his masterclass 👏<a href="https://x.com/hashtag/TATAIPL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TATAIPL</a> | <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Final?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Final</a> | <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/TheFinalLeap?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TheFinalLeap</a> | <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/RCBvGT?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RCBvGT</a> <a href="https://t.co/Prgy6La7iC">pic.twitter.com/Prgy6La7iC</a>&mdash; IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) <a href="https://x.com/IPL/status/2061165123130265795?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>What separates RCB from others?</h3>RCB has come a long way since losing their first IPL final in 2011. With plenty of match winners and smart heads around, it took maturity for the defending champions to win it twice. Kohli explained the difference between this RCB and other teams and how they sealed the big moments. &nbsp;“We're respectful, don't poke any team. We have mature professionals, and experience shines through. Come the big situation, you need the big boys to step up. I know it's a chase, and they'll look to get me out early, but I knew we have a champion side that can chase it down with 3-4 overs to go,” he added.&nbsp;

"Stuff you dream of." Virat Kohli opens up on hitting the match-winning six to secure back-to-back IPL titles for RCB in a historic final against GT.

There is nothing Virat Kohli hasn’t done on a cricket field. Be it scoring runs, scoring them quickly, smashing 20-odd-ball fifties, winning countless tournaments, yet on Sunday (May 31) in Ahmedabad, he cherished his second IPL title with RCB like no other. The batting icon was at the centre of the run chase, scoring an unbeaten 75 and helping RCB complete a historic back-to-back title defence against the Gujarat Titans. Regardless of finishing fourth among the top run-getters this season, Kohli cherished the moment he sealed the game and history for his IPL franchise with a match-winning six. Kohli said it was the stuff of dreams and that he always wanted to hit the winning runs.

"Stuff you dream of." Virat Kohli opens up on hitting the match-winning six to secure back-to-back IPL titles for RCB in a historic final against GT.

‘Wanting to hit winning runs’: POTM Kohli reflects on retaining IPL crown for RCB with a six

Social media is buzzing with congratulatory posts after Virat Kohli and his IPL franchise, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), beat the Gujarat Titans (GT) to win their second IPL crown in successive years. Kohli starred with the bat during the run chase, smashing an unbeaten 75 to help RCB beat GT by five wickets in the grand final in Ahmedabad on Sunday (May 31). Finishing the season with 675 runs, Kohli became the first player ever to register 600 or more runs in four consecutive editions. Having tasted success the last time, Kohli and RCB completed a double this year, becoming only the third IPL team after CSK (2010 and 2011) and MI (2019 and 2020) to win back-to-back IPL titles.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">𝙁𝙞𝙧𝙨𝙩 𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚 𝙬𝙖𝙨 𝙨𝙤 𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙚, 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙝𝙖𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙙𝙤 𝙞𝙩 𝙩𝙬𝙞𝙘𝙚 ❤️<a href="https://x.com/RCBTweets?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RCBTweets</a> are your <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/TATAIPL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TATAIPL</a> 2026 Champions 🏆<a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Final?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Final</a> | <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/TheFinalLeap?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TheFinalLeap</a> | <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/RCBvGT?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RCBvGT</a> <a href="https://t.co/vAqXacHPju">pic.twitter.com/vAqXacHPju</a>&mdash; IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) <a href="https://x.com/IPL/status/2061152898822922438?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rcb-win-ipl-2026-virat-kohli-25-ball-fastest-ipl-fifty-smashes-gt-to-secure-back-to-back-ipl-titles-gt-ahmedabad-royal-challengers-bengaluru-1780245784976">RCB Champions Again! Virat Kohli’s 25-ball fifty smashes GT to secure back-to-back IPL titles</a>&nbsp;After reducing GT to a moderate 155 for eight in the first innings, Kohli and his third opening partner this season, Venkatesh Iyer, smashed 62 runs for the first wicket inside the fifth over. While Iyer batted through pain after being hit on his right knee early in the first over, Kohli cleared gaps and scored boundaries for fun, with the pair whacking 37 off GT speedster Kagiso Rabada's first two overs. &nbsp;Wickets kept tumbling at the other end, with Rashid Khan picking two in his first over, including RCB captain Rajat Patidar, but Kohli stood his ground and minced runs at will. He completed a 25-ball fifty, his quickest IPL half-century ever, and alongside keeper-batter Jitesh Sharma at the other end, hit the winning runs to help RCB defend its IPL crown.&nbsp;Read more | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-final-rcb-vs-gt-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-wins-orange-cap-as-shubman-gill-sai-sudharsan-fall-early-in-powerplay-1780241148046">IPL 2026 Final: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi wins Orange Cap as Gill, Sudharsan fall early in powerplay</a> &nbsp;Ecstasy and joy were all written on every RCB fan’s face, as the Bengaluru-based franchise proved why they were the best throughout the season.&nbsp; &nbsp;The internet couldn’t stay calm either, as congratulatory wishes kept pouring in every second. Check out some of the best X posts.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">One more year before a big auction! Congratulations RCB, this could be a dynasty!&mdash; Joy Bhattacharjya (@joybhattacharj) <a href="https://x.com/joybhattacharj/status/2061145166296252534?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Big Congratulations RCB 💥💥💥💥💥 Back to Back 🏆 . Winning it in style . Domination continues. Well deserved 🏆 Chase Master kohli <a href="https://x.com/imVkohli?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@imVkohli</a> <a href="https://x.com/RCBTweets?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RCBTweets</a> Superhit season like Dhurandhar 🤛 <a href="https://t.co/okR4vvYpn1">pic.twitter.com/okR4vvYpn1</a>&mdash; Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) <a href="https://x.com/harbhajan_singh/status/2061154325490262123?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Congratulations to <a href="https://x.com/RCBTweets?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RCBTweets</a> on winning consecutive <a href="https://x.com/IPL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@IPL</a> titles. One of the challenges in sport is that success changes the questions you have to answer. After winning once, the task is no longer proving you can do it, but proving you can sustain it. RCB met that challenge…&mdash; Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) <a href="https://x.com/sachin_rt/status/2061145608275304920?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Waqt bhi inka, takht bhi inka … Kabhi trophy pe gumnami thi, Ab RCB ki manmaani hai.. Last year’s feeling might be hard to match for RCB fans, but this must feel special a different way. Holders of the IPL, holders of the WPL. They’ve kickstarted an era of domination. The…&mdash; Jatin Sapru (@jatinsapru) <a href="https://x.com/jatinsapru/status/2061150057819500964?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">RCB RCB….Congratulations Double back to back IPL Champions. Namma dodda Simhagulu roared loudly and made us all very proud. Very well done you beauties.&mdash; Vijay Mallya (@TheVijayMallya) <a href="https://x.com/TheVijayMallya/status/2061144862053838975?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Rory doubles up at The Masters PSG doubles up Champs League RCB doubles up IPL 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻&mdash; Kevin Pietersen🦏 (@KP24) <a href="https://x.com/KP24/status/2061143432706326967?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Congratulations to <a href="https://x.com/RCBTweets?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RCBTweets</a> on back to back <a href="https://x.com/IPL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@IPL</a> titles. Truly a well constructed team for all situations 🏆 🏆 Very popular victory.&mdash; Ian Raphael Bishop (@irbishi) <a href="https://x.com/irbishi/status/2061147598187385195?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">RCB have played front runners with aplomb. Like a Federer at Wimbledon, they would have made news if they had lost. The best constructed team and now they have 2 in 2.&mdash; Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) <a href="https://x.com/bhogleharsha/status/2061140888668254588?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Wow. Called it before the IPL… back to back champions !!! Congratulations to <a href="https://x.com/imVkohli?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@imVkohli</a>, <a href="https://x.com/rrjjt_01?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@rrjjt_01</a>, Mo Bobat, Andy Flower and the entire <a href="https://x.com/RCBTweets?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RCBTweets</a> team. From day one, this looked like the most complete team in the competition. Consistent, clinical and deserving champions.…&mdash; Faf Du Plessis (@faf1307) <a href="https://x.com/faf1307/status/2061144677080862803?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Ee Saala… 2x 🏆 Naamdu ♥️ <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/RCB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RCB</a> <a href="https://t.co/cU4do0tpVK">pic.twitter.com/cU4do0tpVK</a>&mdash; AB de Villiers (@ABdeVilliers17) <a href="https://x.com/ABdeVilliers17/status/2061147900814774670?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The internet has erupted after Virat Kohli's unbeaten 75 guided RCB to back-to-back IPL titles with a 5-wicket win over GT. Check out the best viral fan reactions!

Social media is buzzing with congratulatory posts after Virat Kohli and his IPL franchise, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), beat the Gujarat Titans (GT) to win their second IPL crown in successive years. Kohli starred with the bat during the run chase, smashing an unbeaten 75 to help RCB beat GT by five wickets in the grand final in Ahmedabad on Sunday (May 31). Finishing the season with 675 runs, Kohli became the first player ever to register 600 or more runs in four consecutive editions. Having tasted success the last time, Kohli and RCB completed a double this year, becoming only the third IPL team after CSK (2010 and 2011) and MI (2019 and 2020) to win back-to-back IPL titles.

The internet has erupted after Virat Kohli's unbeaten 75 guided RCB to back-to-back IPL titles with a 5-wicket win over GT. Check out the best viral fan reactions!

Internet erupts after Virat Kohli, RCB triumph vs GT in IPL 2026 final| See reactions

From Sai Sudharsan to Heinrich Klaasen, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in IPL 2026. This list also includes Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.

From Sai Sudharsan to Heinrich Klaasen, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in IPL 2026. This list also includes Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.

Meet top 5 batters with most runs in IPL 2026

From Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Kagiso Rabada, here's a look at the top five bowlers with most wickets in IPL 2026. This list also includes Jofra Archer, Anshul Kamboj and Rashid Khan. 

From Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Kagiso Rabada, here's a look at the top five bowlers with most wickets in IPL 2026. This list also includes Jofra Archer, Anshul Kamboj and Rashid Khan.&nbsp;

Meet top 5 bowlers with most wickets in IPL 2026

RCB has done it; the defending champions have completed a double, winning back-to-back IPL titles. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru have defeated the Gujarat Titans by five wickets to win the 2026 edition on Sunday (May 31) in Ahmedabad. RCB icon Virat Kohli smashed his quickest-ever IPL fifty, as they chased a moderate 156 with two overs to spare. With this win, RCB has become the fourth IPL team after CSK, MI and KKR to win more than one title, and third after CSK and MI to do it successively.&nbsp;WATCH RCB's Winning Moment -

RCB captain Rajat Patidar won the toss and elected to bowl first in the season’s final. GT openers and Orange Cap contenders, Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan, failed on the biggest day, with the two departing early inside the Powerplay. Veteran Jos Buttler tried playing a helping hand but was outfoxed by Krunal Pandya, who dismissed him on 19. Washington Sundar was perhaps GT’s best batter on the day, showing composure and scoring on bad balls, something all remaining batters failed to do.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-final-rcb-vs-gt-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-wins-orange-cap-as-shubman-gill-sai-sudharsan-fall-early-in-powerplay-1780241148046">IPL 2026 Final: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi wins Orange Cap as Gill, Sudharsan fall early in powerplay</a> &nbsp;Seamer Arshad Khan tried increasing the scoring rate but fell prey to a bouncer from Josh Hazlewood, who had earlier removed Gill on just 10 with his second ball of this final. Rasikh Salam bowled brilliantly, picking three wickets, while Hazlewood and IPL icon Bhuvneshwar Kumar returned with two each. Meanwhile, Washington’s lone hand helped GT post a fighting first-inning total of 155 for eight in 20 overs.

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<h3>Virat's magic brings RCB gold</h3>RCB openers, Virat Kohli and Venkatesh Iyer, broke GT’s back with a 62-run stand for the first wicket inside the fifth over. The two clobbered nine fours and three sixes between them, including hitting 37 off Kagiso Rabada’s first two overs. While Iyer struggled after a blow to his knee off Mohammed Siraj’s ripper in the first over, Kohli milked fours for fun, bringing the required runs under 100.&nbsp; &nbsp;Rabada returned to remove Devdutt Padikkal on just one, with Arshad completing a tight catch at the third man. Rashid Khan then turned the game on its head with two wickets in his first over, including those of Patidar and Krunal Pandya.

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Despite GT crawling its way back into the final, Kohli completed his quickest IPL fifty in 25 balls.

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Overs later, Kohli survived a dismissal, with replays showing the ball touched the ground after Gill caught him at mid off. That, however, was the moment he and millions of his and RCB fans realised their dream of winning back-to-back IPL titles, and he did that in style.&nbsp;&nbsp;Kohli sealed the moment and a piece of history with an overhead six off Arshad Khan to win the match and IPL 2026 for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru.&nbsp;

RCB are back-to-back champions! Virat Kohli smashed a sensational 25-ball fifty as Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final.

RCB has done it; the defending champions have completed a double, winning back-to-back IPL titles. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru have defeated the Gujarat Titans by five wickets to win the 2026 edition on Sunday (May 31) in Ahmedabad. RCB icon Virat Kohli smashed his quickest-ever IPL fifty, as they chased a moderate 156 with two overs to spare. With this win, RCB has become the fourth IPL team after CSK, MI and KKR to win more than one title, and third after CSK and MI to do it successively. WATCH RCB's Winning Moment -

RCB are back-to-back champions! Virat Kohli smashed a sensational 25-ball fifty as Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final.

RCB Champions Again! Virat Kohli’s 25-ball fifty smashes GT to secure back-to-back IPL titles

15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has won his maiden IPL Orange Cap after the two closest contenders from Gujarat Titans—captain Shubman Gill and his opening partner Sai Sudharsan—fell early inside the Powerplay during the ongoing IPL 2026 final. Vaibhav finished IPL 2026 with 776 runs, and with the two star GT batters departing on 10 (Gill) and 12 (Sai) respectively, he remains at the top of the list of batters with the most runs this season. Even though only RCB icon Virat Kohli stands a mathematical chance of topping Vaibhav’s tally since he is the only one remaining, Kohli must score 176 runs in the final to do so.<h3>Most Runs in IPL 2026</h3><ul><li>Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (RR) - 776 runs in 16 matches</li><li>Shubman Gill (GT) - 732 runs in 16 matches</li><li>Sai Sudharsan (GT) - 722 runs in 17 matches</li></ul>Vaibhav made IPL 2026 all about himself. The left-handed opener broke records for fun and hammered bowlers to all parts of the grounds. Regardless of the opposition, his strategy remained unhinged, smashing everyone from the word go. What’s more mesmerising than his runs tally in only his second IPL season is that the teenage sensation did so at an unbelievable strike rate of 237.31. Never before in 18 years of this tournament’s history has a player scored 500 runs in a season, striking at an excess of 230.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ruturaj-gaikwad-replaces-injured-riyan-parag-in-india-a-squad-for-t20i-tri-series-sri-lanka-afghanistan-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-tilak-varma-captain-1780233763006">Ruturaj Gaikwad replaces injured Riyan Parag in India-A squad for T20I tri-series</a> &nbsp;The left-handed opener made headlines worldwide for his array of strokeplay and record-breaking spree. Most significantly, he broke Chris Gayle’s 14-year record of most sixes hit in an IPL season. While Gayle clobbered a whopping 59 during the 2012 edition, Vaibhav, just 15, smoked 72, 13 more than Gayle’s tally, in this edition alone. He also registered the most runs scored by a teenager in an IPL season. &nbsp;During the fag end of the tournament, Vaibhav also smashed two quickfire 90s, one against SunRisers Hyderabad (97 off 29 balls) and the other against the finalists, GT (96 off 27 balls).<h3>Gill and Sai fail in IPL 2026 final</h3>After RCB won the toss and elected to bowl first, GT's openers departed early inside the Powerplay in a massive blow to the batting side. Entering this contest as the second and third-ranked batters on the list of most run getters this season, Gill and Sai failed on the day their team needed them the most. &nbsp;While Gill was the first one to depart, playing early off RCB quick Josh Hazlewood’s good length delivery (on 10) before IPL legend Bhuvneshwar Kumar removed Sudharsan, caught on 12. GT lost Jos Buttler and Nishant Sindhu, with their scorecard reading 99 for five inside 15 overs.&nbsp;&nbsp;WATCH WICKETS -

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At just 15 years old, Rajasthan Royals prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has won the IPL 2026 Orange Cap after GT openers Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan fell early in the final.

15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has won his maiden IPL Orange Cap after the two closest contenders from Gujarat Titans—captain Shubman Gill and his opening partner Sai Sudharsan—fell early inside the Powerplay during the ongoing IPL 2026 final. Vaibhav finished IPL 2026 with 776 runs, and with the two star GT batters departing on 10 (Gill) and 12 (Sai) respectively, he remains at the top of the list of batters with the most runs this season. Even though only RCB icon Virat Kohli stands a mathematical chance of topping Vaibhav’s tally since he is the only one remaining, Kohli must score 176 runs in the final to do so. Most Runs in IPL 2026 Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (RR) - 776 runs in 16 matches Shubman Gill (GT) - 732 runs in 16 matches Sai Sudharsan (GT) - 722 runs in 17 matches Vaibhav made IPL 2026 all about himself. The left-handed opener broke records for fun and hammered bowlers to all parts of the grounds. Regardless of the opposition, his strategy remained unhinged, smashing everyone from the word go. What’s more mesmerising than his runs tally in only his second IPL season is that the teenage sensation did so at an unbelievable strike rate of 237.31. Never before in 18 years of this tournament’s history has a player scored 500 runs in a season, striking at an excess of 230. Also read | Ruturaj Gaikwad replaces injured Riyan Parag in India-A squad for T20I tri-series The left-handed opener made headlines worldwide for his array of strokeplay and record-breaking spree. Most significantly, he broke Chris Gayle’s 14-year record of most sixes hit in an IPL season. While Gayle clobbered a whopping 59 during the 2012 edition, Vaibhav, just 15, smoked 72, 13 more than Gayle’s tally, in this edition alone. He also registered the most runs scored by a teenager in an IPL season. During the fag end of the tournament, Vaibhav also smashed two quickfire 90s, one against SunRisers Hyderabad (97 off 29 balls) and the other against the finalists, GT (96 off 27 balls). Gill and Sai fail in IPL 2026 final After RCB won the toss and elected to bowl first, GT's openers departed early inside the Powerplay in a massive blow to the batting side. Entering this contest as the second and third-ranked batters on the list of most run getters this season, Gill and Sai failed on the day their team needed them the most. While Gill was the first one to depart, playing early off RCB quick Josh Hazlewood’s good length delivery (on 10) before IPL legend Bhuvneshwar Kumar removed Sudharsan, caught on 12. GT lost Jos Buttler and Nishant Sindhu, with their scorecard reading 99 for five inside 15 overs. WATCH WICKETS -

At just 15 years old, Rajasthan Royals prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has won the IPL 2026 Orange Cap after GT openers Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan fell early in the final.

IPL 2026 Final: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi wins Orange Cap as Gill, Sudharsan fall early in powerplay

The RCB captain Rajat Patidar has won the toss and elected to bowl first in the IPL 2026 final in Ahmedabad on Sunday (May 31). Defending champions RCB face former one-time winner and 2023 runners-up, the Gujarat Titans, in this summit clash at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium. RCB played last year’s final at the same venue, beating Punjab Kings. While RCB is unchanged for their title defence, GT has made just one change to their playing XI.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨 Toss Update from the FINAL 🚨<a href="https://x.com/RCBTweets?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RCBTweets</a> have won the toss &amp; will bowl first against <a href="https://x.com/gujarat_titans?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@gujarat_titans</a> in Ahmedabad. Updates ▶️ <a href="https://t.co/Yz6K3q6w0X">https://t.co/Yz6K3q6w0X</a><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/TATAIPL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TATAIPL</a> | <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Final?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Final</a> | <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/TheFinalLeap?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TheFinalLeap</a> | <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/RCBvGT?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RCBvGT</a> <a href="https://t.co/kgrF0LJ0gQ">pic.twitter.com/kgrF0LJ0gQ</a>&mdash; IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) <a href="https://x.com/IPL/status/2061079295037260075?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>Check out the two teams –</h3>RCB - Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (captain), Krunal Pandya, Tim David, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Romario Shepherd, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Jacob Duffy and Rasikh Salam &nbsp;RCB sub options - Venkatesh Iyer, Kanishk Chohan, Swapnil Singh, Abhinandan Singh, Jordan Cox &nbsp;GT - Shubman Gill (captain), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (wk), Nishant Sindhu, Jason Holder, Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Arshad Khan and Mohammed Siraj &nbsp;GT sub options - Prasidh Krishna, Glenn Phillips, Anuj Rawat, Kumar Kushagra, Sai Kishore<h3>Here’s what the two captains said,</h3>Rajat Patidar, RCB captain, said, “We'll bowl first. (On the surface) It's a pretty good wicket. The ball will come nicely on the bat, but to be honest, it will not change in the 40 overs. So we'll try to get them as early as possible. &nbsp;“(How you hold your nerve?) That's important, to keep yourself in the present, not to be too much far ahead. Let's control the controllables, that's it. (Team combination) The same team.”&nbsp; &nbsp;Shubman Gill, GT captain, said, “(Would you have fielded as well?) No, we would have batted first, honestly. It looks like a good wicket and final game, so hopefully, have some runs on the board and put them under pressure.&nbsp; &nbsp;“(How are you feeling?) Feeling, I think the boys are ready to go. We are feeling fresh, and we are ready. We've got one change. Arshad (Khan) comes back in for Sai (Kishore).”&nbsp;Meanwhile, per records, teams batting first have won 10 IPL finals, and those chasing have won eight times.

IPL 2026 Final Toss Update: RCB skipper Rajat Patidar wins the toss and chooses to bowl first against the Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad. Check out the official playing XIs.

The RCB captain Rajat Patidar has won the toss and elected to bowl first in the IPL 2026 final in Ahmedabad on Sunday (May 31). Defending champions RCB face former one-time winner and 2023 runners-up, the Gujarat Titans, in this summit clash at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium. RCB played last year’s final at the same venue, beating Punjab Kings. While RCB is unchanged for their title defence, GT has made just one change to their playing XI.

IPL 2026 Final Toss Update: RCB skipper Rajat Patidar wins the toss and chooses to bowl first against the Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad. Check out the official playing XIs.

IPL 2026 Final: Rajat Patidar wins toss and elects to bowl; RCB unchanged, GT make one

Opening batter Ruturaj Gaikwad has replaced injured Riyan Parag in the India-A squad for the ODI tri-series involving the A teams of hosts Sri Lanka and Afghanistan. Parag, who led his IPL franchise, the Rajasthan Royals, to the playoffs this season, is out with a hamstring injury he suffered midway through the tournament. He also missed a few matches due to his lingering hamstring issue. The BCCI made an official statement on Sunday (May 31).&nbsp;&nbsp;Parag was named the vice-captain for the tri-series and will now undergo rehabilitation at BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. Gaikwad, however, replaces him as the team’s vice-captain.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rcb-going-in-as-favourites-ex-india-star-ahead-of-ipl-2026-final-1780224301483">'RCB going in as favourites': Ex-India star ahead of IPL 2026 final</a><h3>Check out the updated India-A squad –</h3>Tilak Varma (captain), Ruturaj Gaikwad (vice-captain), Priyansh Arya, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Ayush Badoni, Nishant Sindhu, Suryansh Shedge, Prabhsimran Singh, Kumar Kushagra, Vipraj Nigam, Yash Thakur, Yudhvir Singh, Anshul Kamboj, Arshad Khan and Anukul Roy&nbsp;The tri-series gets underway on June 9 at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, with each team facing each other twice. The final will take place on June 21.<h3>Sooryavanshi to hog all the limelight</h3>After demolishing most batting records during the ongoing IPL edition, RR opener Sooryavanshi created headlines all over. Not only did he break Chris Gayle’s long-standing record of most sixes hit in a season, surpassing his 59-sixes tally, but he also finished with the most runs scored in this edition. Gujarat Titans (GT) openers Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan are, however, close to surpassing Vaibhav's run tally (776 runs). &nbsp;Punjab Kings' (PBKS ) opening batting pair of opener Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya has made the squad, with GT batter Nishant Sindhu also finding a place in the 15-man team. Fellow PBKS middle-order batter Suryansh Shedge, alongside Delhi Capitals duo of Ayush Badoni and Vipraj Nigam, has been picked.&nbsp; &nbsp;Gaikwad’s CSK teammate and seamer Anshul Kamboj will lead the pace attack.&nbsp;

Ruturaj Gaikwad has been named vice-captain of the India A squad, replacing the injured Riyan Parag for the upcoming tri-series in Sri Lanka. Check the updated squad.

Opening batter Ruturaj Gaikwad has replaced injured Riyan Parag in the India-A squad for the ODI tri-series involving the A teams of hosts Sri Lanka and Afghanistan. Parag, who led his IPL franchise, the Rajasthan Royals, to the playoffs this season, is out with a hamstring injury he suffered midway through the tournament. He also missed a few matches due to his lingering hamstring issue. The BCCI made an official statement on Sunday (May 31). Parag was named the vice-captain for the tri-series and will now undergo rehabilitation at BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. Gaikwad, however, replaces him as the team’s vice-captain. Also read | 'RCB going in as favourites': Ex-India star ahead of IPL 2026 final Check out the updated India-A squad – Tilak Varma (captain), Ruturaj Gaikwad (vice-captain), Priyansh Arya, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Ayush Badoni, Nishant Sindhu, Suryansh Shedge, Prabhsimran Singh, Kumar Kushagra, Vipraj Nigam, Yash Thakur, Yudhvir Singh, Anshul Kamboj, Arshad Khan and Anukul Roy The tri-series gets underway on June 9 at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, with each team facing each other twice. The final will take place on June 21. Sooryavanshi to hog all the limelight After demolishing most batting records during the ongoing IPL edition, RR opener Sooryavanshi created headlines all over. Not only did he break Chris Gayle’s long-standing record of most sixes hit in a season, surpassing his 59-sixes tally, but he also finished with the most runs scored in this edition. Gujarat Titans (GT) openers Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan are, however, close to surpassing Vaibhav's run tally (776 runs). Punjab Kings' (PBKS ) opening batting pair of opener Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya has made the squad, with GT batter Nishant Sindhu also finding a place in the 15-man team. Fellow PBKS middle-order batter Suryansh Shedge, alongside Delhi Capitals duo of Ayush Badoni and Vipraj Nigam, has been picked. Gaikwad’s CSK teammate and seamer Anshul Kamboj will lead the pace attack.

Ruturaj Gaikwad has been named vice-captain of the India A squad, replacing the injured Riyan Parag for the upcoming tri-series in Sri Lanka. Check the updated squad.

Ruturaj Gaikwad replaces injured Riyan Parag in India-A squad for ODI tri-series

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has backed Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) as the favourites heading into the IPL 2026 final, even though Gujarat Titans (GT) will enjoy the advantage of playing at their home venue in Ahmedabad. The defending champions are set to face GT in Sunday’s title clash, with both teams aiming to secure their second IPL trophy.&nbsp;Ashwin pointed to RCB’s fearless and aggressive style of play as a major reason behind their success this season and also lauded experienced campaigners Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Krunal Pandya for their valuable contributions in crucial moments. According to Ashwin, GT’s familiarity with home conditions remains their biggest advantage, but overall, RCB appear to be the stronger and more balanced side.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-is-kushal-bhurtel-nepal-cricketer-recreates-yuvraj-singh-like-six-hitting-feat-vs-china-1780216450635">Who is Kushal Bhurtel? Nepal batter recreates Yuvraj Singh-like six-hitting feat</a>&nbsp;He stressed that RCB should continue playing the attacking style of cricket that has brought them success throughout the tournament, irrespective of whether they bat or bowl first.&nbsp;&nbsp;"The fact that GT are playing at their home ground, and that they've dominated there and made it a fortress, is something that's really going to give them that extra fillip going into the final. The two teams have very contrasting approaches. RCB have been willing to take that extra risk. They have a team with a few fighters in Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Krunal Pandya, who have turned up the heat this season. GT's home ground and their familiarity with those conditions are the last piece of the puzzle standing between RCB and a second title. For RCB, it doesn't matter whether they bat or bowl first, it is their final to lose. They are going in as the favourites. Whatever they do, they must not regress or play any less attacking cricket than they have throughout the season," Ashwin said on JioHotstar.&nbsp;While RCB are looking to successfully defend the IPL title they won last season, Gujarat Titans will be chasing their second championship after their memorable triumph in 2022.&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Former India player Ravichandran Ashwin has backed Royal Challengers Bengaluru as strong favourites for the IPL 2026 final, stating that only their own mistakes can cost them the title.

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has backed Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) as the favourites heading into the IPL 2026 final, even though Gujarat Titans (GT) will enjoy the advantage of playing at their home venue in Ahmedabad. The defending champions are set to face GT in Sunday’s title clash, with both teams aiming to secure their second IPL trophy. Ashwin pointed to RCB’s fearless and aggressive style of play as a major reason behind their success this season and also lauded experienced campaigners Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Krunal Pandya for their valuable contributions in crucial moments. According to Ashwin, GT’s familiarity with home conditions remains their biggest advantage, but overall, RCB appear to be the stronger and more balanced side. Also Read - Who is Kushal Bhurtel? Nepal batter recreates Yuvraj Singh-like six-hitting feat He stressed that RCB should continue playing the attacking style of cricket that has brought them success throughout the tournament, irrespective of whether they bat or bowl first. "The fact that GT are playing at their home ground, and that they've dominated there and made it a fortress, is something that's really going to give them that extra fillip going into the final. The two teams have very contrasting approaches. RCB have been willing to take that extra risk. They have a team with a few fighters in Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Krunal Pandya, who have turned up the heat this season. GT's home ground and their familiarity with those conditions are the last piece of the puzzle standing between RCB and a second title. For RCB, it doesn't matter whether they bat or bowl first, it is their final to lose. They are going in as the favourites. Whatever they do, they must not regress or play any less attacking cricket than they have throughout the season," Ashwin said on JioHotstar. While RCB are looking to successfully defend the IPL title they won last season, Gujarat Titans will be chasing their second championship after their memorable triumph in 2022. With inputs from agencies

Former India player Ravichandran Ashwin has backed Royal Challengers Bengaluru as strong favorites for the IPL 2026 final, stating that only their own mistakes can cost them the title.

'RCB going in as favourites': Ex-India star ahead of IPL 2026 final

From Sai Sudharsan to Ruturaj Gaikwad, here's a look at the top five batters fastest to 2000 runs in Indian Premier League. This list also includes Chris Gayle, Shaun Marsh and Heinrich Klaasen

From Sai Sudharsan to Ruturaj Gaikwad, here's a look at the top five batters fastest to 2000 runs in Indian Premier League. This list also includes Chris Gayle, Shaun Marsh and Heinrich Klaasen

Meet top 5 batters fastest to 2000 IPL runs

Nepal opener Kushal Bhurtel etched his name into the record books during the Asian Games Men’s T20I Qualifier 2026 with a sensational century against China and powered his team to a massive 313/2, one of the highest totals ever recorded in men’s T20 international cricket. Bhurtel’s innings was highlighted by a remarkable sequence in which he struck six consecutive sixes in a single over, equalling one of the format’s most iconic achievements first accomplished by Yuvraj Singh during the 2007 T20 World Cup.<h3>A devastating display at the top</h3>After Nepal lost an early wicket, Bhurtel took complete control of the innings with an aggressive counterattack and scored 129 runs from only 43 balls, smashing five fours and 16 sixes to dismantle the Chinese bowling attack.&nbsp;His attacking innings laid the foundation for Nepal’s record-breaking score, with unbeaten efforts from Kushal Malla (85 off 47) and Rohit Paudel (69 off 21) keeping the momentum going as they surged past 300.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/what-happens-if-rain-plays-spoilsport-in-gt-vs-rcb-ipl-2026-final-1780214469450">What happens if rain plays spoilsport in GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final?</a><h3>Exclusive six-sixes club</h3>One of the defining moments of Bhurtel’s innings came against bowler Chen Zhuo Yue, whom he dispatched for six consecutive maximums. The over ultimately cost 37 runs, including a wide, making it the second-most expensive over in international cricket history.&nbsp;With that feat, Bhurtel became only the fifth batter in men’s T20I cricket to clear the boundary six times in succession in a single over.&nbsp;<h3>Batters to hit six consecutive sixes in an over in T20Is</h3>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Name</td><td>Year</td><td>Team</td><td>Opponent</td><td>Runs In An Over</td></tr><tr><td>Yuvraj Singh</td><td>2007</td><td>India</td><td>England</td><td>36 (6,6,6,6,6,6)</td></tr><tr><td>Kieron Pollard</td><td>2021</td><td>West Indies</td><td>Sri Lanka</td><td>36 (6,6,6,6,6,6)</td></tr><tr><td>Dipendra Singh Airee</td><td>2024</td><td>Nepal</td><td>Qatar</td><td>36 (6,6,6,6,6,6)</td></tr><tr><td>Manan Bashir</td><td>2025</td><td>Bulgaria</td><td>Gibraltar</td><td>36 (6,6,6,6,6,6)</td></tr><tr><td>Kushal Bhurtel</td><td>2026</td><td>Nepal</td><td>China</td><td>37 (6,6,6,6,6,wd,6)</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

<h3>Who is Kushal Bhurtel?</h3>Bhurtel first came into the spotlight during Nepal’s run to the quarter-finals of the 2016 Under-19 Cricket World Cup. After making his T20I debut in 2021, he made an immediate impact with four half-centuries in his first five matches.&nbsp;A year later, he registered his maiden T20I hundred, an unbeaten century against the Philippines, becoming only the third Nepal batter to reach the landmark.&nbsp;His ODI career also got off to a strong start, highlighted by a match-winning performance against the United States.&nbsp;Over recent years, Bhurtel has established himself as one of Nepal’s most important players. He &nbsp;also featured in the 2023 Cricket World Cup Qualifier and represented the country at the 2024 T20 World Cup.&nbsp;Although primarily recognised for his aggressive batting, he has also made useful contributions with his leg-spin bowling. One of his standout all-round displays came against the South Africa at the T20 World Cup, where his bowling helped Nepal remain competitive deep into the match.&nbsp;While Bhurtel has built his reputation largely through domestic cricket and appearances in the Nepal Premier League, he has yet to secure a regular place in major overseas franchise competitions.&nbsp;Given his fearless batting style, ability to bowl leg-spin and strong fielding skills, performances such as his record-breaking knock against China are likely to enhance his prospects of attracting interest from franchise teams around the world.

Kushal Bhurtel produced a record-breaking knock in the 2026 Asian Games Men’s T20I Qualifier against China, scoring 129 off just 43 balls. He also joined an elite club by hitting six consecutive sixes in a single over, helping Nepal post a massive total of 313/2.

Nepal opener Kushal Bhurtel etched his name into the record books during the Asian Games Men’s T20I Qualifier 2026 with a sensational century against China and powered his team to a massive 313/2, one of the highest totals ever recorded in men’s T20 international cricket. Bhurtel’s innings was highlighted by a remarkable sequence in which he struck six consecutive sixes in a single over, equalling one of the format’s most iconic achievements first accomplished by Yuvraj Singh during the 2007 T20 World Cup. A devastating display at the top After Nepal lost an early wicket, Bhurtel took complete control of the innings with an aggressive counterattack and scored 129 runs from only 43 balls, smashing five fours and 16 sixes to dismantle the Chinese bowling attack. His attacking innings laid the foundation for Nepal’s record-breaking score, with unbeaten efforts from Kushal Malla (85 off 47) and Rohit Paudel (69 off 21) keeping the momentum going as they surged past 300. Also Read - What happens if rain plays spoilsport in GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final? Exclusive six-sixes club One of the defining moments of Bhurtel’s innings came against bowler Chen Zhuo Yue, whom he dispatched for six consecutive maximums. The over ultimately cost 37 runs, including a wide, making it the second-most expensive over in international cricket history. With that feat, Bhurtel became only the fifth batter in men’s T20I cricket to clear the boundary six times in succession in a single over. Batters to hit six consecutive sixes in an over in T20Is

Kushal Bhurtel produced a record-breaking knock in the 2026 Asian Games Men’s T20I Qualifier against China, scoring 129 off just 43 balls. He also joined an elite club by hitting six consecutive sixes in a single over, helping Nepal post a massive total of 313/2.

Who is Kushal Bhurtel? Nepal cricketer recreates Yuvraj Singh-like six-hitting feat vs China

The IPL 2026 final is set to deliver a thrilling contest as defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru take on Gujarat Titans at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday (May 31). RCB secured their place in the title clash with a commanding win over Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1, while GT bounced back strongly in Qualifier 2, defeating Rajasthan Royals to earn another chance at the championship.<h3>Will rain play spoilsport in Ahmedabad?</h3>Weather forecasts offer good news for fans, as conditions in Ahmedabad are expected to remain favourable, with current predictions suggesting little risk of significant rain disrupting the final.&nbsp;Interestingly, Gujarat Titans experienced travel disruptions after their Qualifier 2 victory, as the team’s scheduled departure from Chandigarh on Saturday was delayed due to heavy rainfall across parts of Punjab and Rajasthan, which affected flight operations.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/psg-retain-champions-league-crown-after-crushing-arsenal-s-hopes-1780211847187">PSG retain Champions League crown after crushing Arsenal’s hopes</a><h3>Is there a reserve day for IPL 2026 Final?</h3>Yes, the IPL final has a designated reserve day. Unlike Qualifier 1, the Eliminator and Qualifier 2, the championship match can be completed on an additional day if adverse weather prevents a result on Sunday. If rain halts proceedings, the match will continue on Monday (June 1). Importantly, play will not begin again from the start. Instead:<ul><li>The match will resume from the exact point where it was stopped</li><li>All scores and wickets will carry forward</li><li>The remaining overs will be completed as scheduled</li></ul>This rule ensures every effort is made to decide the title on the field rather than through technicalities.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/violence-erupts-as-psg-celebrates-champions-league-win-against-arsenal-416-people-arrested-1780203004687">Violence erupts in Paris as PSG celebrates Champions League win against Arsenal</a><h3>What happens if the reserve day is also washed out?</h3>If bad weather prevents the match from being completed on both the scheduled day and the reserve day, IPL regulations provide a clear resolution.&nbsp;In such a scenario, Royal Challengers Bengaluru would be crowned IPL 2026 champions.The deciding factor would be their superior finish in the league-stage standings, which gives them the advantage if the final cannot produce a result.&nbsp;

If weather prevents a result in the IPL 2026 final on both the scheduled day and reserve day, RCB will lift the trophy due to their superior league-stage position.

The IPL 2026 final is set to deliver a thrilling contest as defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru take on Gujarat Titans at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday (May 31). RCB secured their place in the title clash with a commanding win over Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1, while GT bounced back strongly in Qualifier 2, defeating Rajasthan Royals to earn another chance at the championship. Will rain play spoilsport in Ahmedabad? Weather forecasts offer good news for fans, as conditions in Ahmedabad are expected to remain favourable, with current predictions suggesting little risk of significant rain disrupting the final. Interestingly, Gujarat Titans experienced travel disruptions after their Qualifier 2 victory, as the team’s scheduled departure from Chandigarh on Saturday was delayed due to heavy rainfall across parts of Punjab and Rajasthan, which affected flight operations. Also Read - PSG retain Champions League crown after crushing Arsenal’s hopes Is there a reserve day for IPL 2026 Final? Yes, the IPL final has a designated reserve day. Unlike Qualifier 1, the Eliminator and Qualifier 2, the championship match can be completed on an additional day if adverse weather prevents a result on Sunday. If rain halts proceedings, the match will continue on Monday (June 1). Importantly, play will not begin again from the start. Instead: The match will resume from the exact point where it was stopped All scores and wickets will carry forward The remaining overs will be completed as scheduled This rule ensures every effort is made to decide the title on the field rather than through technicalities. Also Read - Violence erupts in Paris as PSG celebrates Champions League win against Arsenal What happens if the reserve day is also washed out? If bad weather prevents the match from being completed on both the scheduled day and the reserve day, IPL regulations provide a clear resolution. In such a scenario, Royal Challengers Bengaluru would be crowned IPL 2026 champions. The deciding factor would be their superior finish in the league-stage standings, which gives them the advantage if the final cannot produce a result.

If weather prevents a result in the IPL 2026 final on both the scheduled day and reserve day, RCB will lift the trophy due to their superior league-stage position.

What happens if rain plays spoilsport in GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final?

Ahead of the IPL 2026 final against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Sunday, Shubman Gill reflected on the physical and mental challenges of a packed tournament schedule. Speaking at the pre-match press conference on Saturday, the Gujarat Titans captain stressed that title-deciding matches are ultimately won through mental strength and composure under pressure.&nbsp;"But yes, physically they might have an advantage, but I think finals are all about mental toughness. So the team that is mentally up for the challenge is the one that's going to win," said Gill.&nbsp;The opener also discussed his aspirations across all formats of the game and said, "I'd be happy to play if, you know, I get picked for the T20 team. But I honestly want to keep working on my game. Doesn't matter what format it is. I want to keep getting better as a T20 batsman, as an ODI batsman, as a Test batsman, you know, cricket is such a game you can never really get perfect, but obviously you can strive for it, and that's what I try to do."&nbsp;Gill reserved special praise for teammate Sai Sudharsan, highlighting the youngster’s consistency and ability to maintain high standards throughout a demanding IPL campaign.&nbsp;&nbsp;"I think in a tournament like IPL, you know, when I first started playing, one of the things that one of the challenges that I faced was to keep playing the matches at the same intensity. And I think that is one of his biggest strengths, Sai. You know, you play so many matches, there could be days where mentally you don't feel up to the mark or physically you don't feel up to the mark."&nbsp;Since forming an opening partnership in 2022, Gill and Sudharsan have become one of the most prolific duos in IPL history, amassing 2,944 runs together.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/singapore-open-2026-satwiksairaj-rankireddy-and-chirag-shetty-stun-world-champions-to-reach-men-s-doubles-final-1780151076552">Singapore Open 2026: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty stun world champions to reach men’s doubles final</a>&nbsp;After winning the Orange Cap with 759 runs last season, Sudharsan has carried his excellent form into the current campaign, while Gill has also featured prominently among the tournament’s leading run-scorers.&nbsp;Gill also praised the team's star pace duo of Kagiso Rabada and Mohammed Siraj for having a brilliant run in the ongoing IPL season. "The message is simple. When you're bowling with the new ball if there is a little bit in the wicket, as a batsman I know the hardest ball to hit is obviously that good length ball, but that good length changes according to the wicket. You know, if you're playing on black soil, if there is grass on it, if there is no grass, if you're playing on red soil. So that length...there's a lot of talk about length, length, length, but the length is not the same on all the venues. It varies, probably a meter back or forth," he said. "I mean there's a reason why test match length works because it is the hardest ball to hit as a batsman with the new ball. But I think the way we executed our bouncers today, it was quite exceptional. We think in every over we used our bouncers very well and the accuracy of bouncers that we bowled--I've actually not seen in a T20 game--the number of bouncers we used and the success that we got was tremendous," he added.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Gujarat Titans are set to take on defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2026 title clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

Ahead of the IPL 2026 final against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Sunday, Shubman Gill reflected on the physical and mental challenges of a packed tournament schedule. Speaking at the pre-match press conference on Saturday, the Gujarat Titans captain stressed that title-deciding matches are ultimately won through mental strength and composure under pressure. "But yes, physically they might have an advantage, but I think finals are all about mental toughness. So the team that is mentally up for the challenge is the one that's going to win," said Gill. The opener also discussed his aspirations across all formats of the game and said, "I'd be happy to play if, you know, I get picked for the T20 team. But I honestly want to keep working on my game. Doesn't matter what format it is. I want to keep getting better as a T20 batsman, as an ODI batsman, as a Test batsman, you know, cricket is such a game you can never really get perfect, but obviously you can strive for it, and that's what I try to do." Gill reserved special praise for teammate Sai Sudharsan, highlighting the youngster’s consistency and ability to maintain high standards throughout a demanding IPL campaign. "I think in a tournament like IPL, you know, when I first started playing, one of the things that one of the challenges that I faced was to keep playing the matches at the same intensity. And I think that is one of his biggest strengths, Sai. You know, you play so many matches, there could be days where mentally you don't feel up to the mark or physically you don't feel up to the mark." Since forming an opening partnership in 2022, Gill and Sudharsan have become one of the most prolific duos in IPL history, amassing 2,944 runs together. Also Read - Singapore Open 2026: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty stun world champions to reach men’s doubles final After winning the Orange Cap with 759 runs last season, Sudharsan has carried his excellent form into the current campaign, while Gill has also featured prominently among the tournament’s leading run-scorers. Gill also praised the team's star pace duo of Kagiso Rabada and Mohammed Siraj for having a brilliant run in the ongoing IPL season. "The message is simple. When you're bowling with the new ball if there is a little bit in the wicket, as a batsman I know the hardest ball to hit is obviously that good length ball, but that good length changes according to the wicket. You know, if you're playing on black soil, if there is grass on it, if there is no grass, if you're playing on red soil. So that length...there's a lot of talk about length, length, length, but the length is not the same on all the venues. It varies, probably a meter back or forth," he said. "I mean there's a reason why test match length works because it is the hardest ball to hit as a batsman with the new ball. But I think the way we executed our bouncers today, it was quite exceptional. We think in every over we used our bouncers very well and the accuracy of bouncers that we bowled--I've actually not seen in a T20 game--the number of bouncers we used and the success that we got was tremendous," he added. With inputs from agencies

Gujarat Titans are set to take on defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2026 title clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

'Finals are all about mental toughness': Shubman Gill ahead of IPL 2026 title clash vs RCB

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill shared a special celebration with his parents after leading his side to a memorable seven-wicket victory over the Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2 of IPL 2026. The skipper produced a match-winning century, scoring 104 from just 53 deliveries, as Gujarat successfully chased down 215 runs in the penultimate over, the highest successful run chase in IPL playoff history.&nbsp;The post-match celebrations became even more special when Gill’s father, Lakhwinder Singh, broke into a celebratory dance. Although Gill initially appeared shy, he soon joined in, sharing smiles, dancing alongside his parents and posing for photographs.<h3>Watch the video below</h3>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Shubman Gill&#39;s father wanted to dance with him, but Gill looked very shy.😂 <a href="https://t.co/fmU39HAb6E">pic.twitter.com/fmU39HAb6E</a>&mdash; Sam (@cricsam02) <a href="https://x.com/cricsam02/status/2060590214251430225?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 30, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vinesh-phogat-s-asian-games-2026-dream-ends-in-heartbreak-after-loss-in-semis-during-trials-1780142173327">Vinesh Phogat’s Asian Games 2026 dream ends in heartbreak after loss in semis during trials</a>&nbsp;Gill has been one of the standout performers of IPL 2026, accumulating 722 runs in 15 innings at an impressive strike rate of 163.72 and his remarkable consistency has placed him second in the race for the Orange Cap.&nbsp;Despite being overlooked for India’s T20 squad ahead of the T20 World Cup earlier this year, Gill’s exceptional form in the shortest format continues to strengthen his case for a return to the national setup. His latest captain’s innings once again underlined his ability to deliver on the biggest stage.

A brilliant 104 from Shubman Gill helped Gujarat Titans pull off the highest successful chase in IPL playoff history and book their spot in the 2026 final, with the skipper later celebrating the memorable win alongside his family.

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill shared a special celebration with his parents after leading his side to a memorable seven-wicket victory over the Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2 of IPL 2026. The skipper produced a match-winning century, scoring 104 from just 53 deliveries, as Gujarat successfully chased down 215 runs in the penultimate over, the highest successful run chase in IPL playoff history. The post-match celebrations became even more special when Gill’s father, Lakhwinder Singh, broke into a celebratory dance. Although Gill initially appeared shy, he soon joined in, sharing smiles, dancing alongside his parents and posing for photographs. Watch the video below

A brilliant 104 from Shubman Gill helped Gujarat Titans pull off the highest successful chase in IPL playoff history and book their spot in the 2026 final, with the skipper later celebrating the memorable win alongside his family.

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From Shaun Marsh to Lendl Simmons, here's a look at the top five batters fastest to 1000 runs in Indian Premier League. This list also includes Devon Conway, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Sai Sudharsan

From Shaun Marsh to Lendl Simmons, here's a look at the top five batters fastest to 1000 runs in Indian Premier League. This list also includes Devon Conway, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Sai Sudharsan

Meet top 5 batters fastest to 1,000 IPL runs

After 65 days of action, the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 will crown its champions on Sunday (May 31) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, where defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will face the Gujarat Titans in the final. RCB became the first side to book their place in the summit clash with a win over GT in Qualifier 1 and now a victory in final will put them alongside Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians as only the third franchise to successfully defend an IPL title.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Gujarat Titans also have the opportunity to make history, as they aim to become only the fourth team after CSK, MI and Kolkata Knight Riders to win the trophy more than once.&nbsp;Ahead of the clash, here’s everything you need to know, including live streaming details, head-to-head stats and other key information.<h2>What is the head-to-head record for the GT vs RCB clash in IPL history</h2>Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bengaluru have clashed nine times in the Indian Premier League, with RCB winning five matches and GT claiming victory in four encounter.&nbsp;Also Check - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-front-runners-to-replace-rishabh-pant-as-lsg-captain-aiden-markram-mitchell-marsh-nicholas-pooran-ayush-badoni-josh-inglis-1780127824476">5 front-runners to replace Rishabh Pant as LSG captain</a><h2>What is the venue for the GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final?</h2>The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad will be the venue for the GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final.<h2>When will the GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final?</h2>The GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final will start at 7:30 p.m. IST, with the toss taking place at 7:00 p.m. IST.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/we-were-probably-10-15-runs-short-coach-sangakkara-reflects-on-rr-s-defeat-to-gt-1780126449840">‘We were probably 10-15 runs short’: Sangakkara reflects on RR’s defeat to GT</a><h2>Which channel will broadcast the GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final?</h2>The Star Sports Network will broadcast the GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final in India.<h2>Which platform will live-stream the GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final?</h2>The Jio+Hotstar will live-stream the GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final in India.<h2>Squads</h2>Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill (captain), Jos Buttler, Kumar Kushagra, Glenn Phillips, Rashid Khan, Manav Suthar, Nishant Sindhu, Washington Sundar, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kagiso Rabada, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Jayant Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Ashok Sharma, Jason Holder, Tom Banton, Luke Wood, Sai Sudharsan, Rahul Tewatia, Arshad Khan, Anuj Rawat, Kulwant Khejroliya, Gurnoor Brar and Shahrukh Khan&nbsp;Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Rajat Patidar (captain), Tim David, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Philip Salt, Jitesh Sharma, Jacob Bethell, Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd, Abhinandan Singh, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Salam Dar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Suyash Sharma, Swapnil Singh, Nuwan Thushara, Venkatesh Iyer, Jacob Duffy, Mangesh Yadav, Jordan Cox, Vicky Ostwal, Vihaan Malhotra, Kanishk Chouhan and Satvik Deswal

Ahead of the key IPL 2026 Final clash between Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, here’s everything you need to know, including live streaming, head-to-head stats and other important details.

After 65 days of action, the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 will crown its champions on Sunday (May 31) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, where defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will face the Gujarat Titans in the final. RCB became the first side to book their place in the summit clash with a win over GT in Qualifier 1 and now a victory in final will put them alongside Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians as only the third franchise to successfully defend an IPL title. Meanwhile, Gujarat Titans also have the opportunity to make history, as they aim to become only the fourth team after CSK, MI and Kolkata Knight Riders to win the trophy more than once. Ahead of the clash, here’s everything you need to know, including live streaming details, head-to-head stats and other key information. What is the head-to-head record for the GT vs RCB clash in IPL history Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bengaluru have clashed nine times in the Indian Premier League, with RCB winning five matches and GT claiming victory in four encounter. Also Check - 5 front-runners to replace Rishabh Pant as LSG captain What is the venue for the GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final? The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad will be the venue for the GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final. When will the GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final? The GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final will start at 7:30 p.m. IST, with the toss taking place at 7:00 p.m. IST. Also Read - ‘We were probably 10-15 runs short’: Sangakkara reflects on RR’s defeat to GT Which channel will broadcast the GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final? The Star Sports Network will broadcast the GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final in India. Which platform will live-stream the GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final? The Jio+Hotstar will live-stream the GT vs RCB IPL 2026 Final in India. Squads Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill (captain), Jos Buttler, Kumar Kushagra, Glenn Phillips, Rashid Khan, Manav Suthar, Nishant Sindhu, Washington Sundar, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kagiso Rabada, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Jayant Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Ashok Sharma, Jason Holder, Tom Banton, Luke Wood, Sai Sudharsan, Rahul Tewatia, Arshad Khan, Anuj Rawat, Kulwant Khejroliya, Gurnoor Brar and Shahrukh Khan Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Rajat Patidar (captain), Tim David, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Philip Salt, Jitesh Sharma, Jacob Bethell, Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd, Abhinandan Singh, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Salam Dar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Suyash Sharma, Swapnil Singh, Nuwan Thushara, Venkatesh Iyer, Jacob Duffy, Mangesh Yadav, Jordan Cox, Vicky Ostwal, Vihaan Malhotra, Kanishk Chouhan and Satvik Deswal

Ahead of the key IPL 2026 Final clash between Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, here’s everything you need to know, including live streaming, head-to-head stats and other important details.

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Following Pant’s decision to step down as captain, these five players have emerged as potential candidates to lead Lucknow Super Giants.

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Rajasthan Royals’ IPL 2026 journey came to an end with a seven-wicket loss to Gujarat Titans in Chandigarh and Director of Cricket and Head Coach Kumar Sangakkara felt his team fell short by around 10 to 15 runs despite posting a strong total. Speaking after the match, Sangakkara noted that the pitch became slightly easier for batting as the game progressed. While both teams preferred batting first on the used surface, he believed Rajasthan’s score of 215 was still within a defendable range.&nbsp;&nbsp;"I think the pitch did improve a little bit. I think both sides were looking to bat. It's a used pitch. But surprisingly, it actually got even, probably a little bit better than the last game as well. But I think 215 was defendable. We had a small opportunity, a sniff, when Sai skied that ball. Those small margins are what T20 games turn on," said Sangakkara.&nbsp;Sangakkara further praised Gujarat’s performance, acknowledging both their disciplined bowling and outstanding batting display.&nbsp; He added, "But they batted beautifully. They bowled pretty smartly. I think we probably were about 10, 15 runs short of where we were right at that start. Yes, losing two wickets at the beginning, but I think it's a great game by both sides for us to get to 215 and for them to have done it so easily. All credit to GT."&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/french-open-2026-shocker-djokovic-knocked-out-by-brazilian-teen-joao-fonseca-1780081568892">French Open 2026: Shocker! Djokovic knocked out by Brazilian teen Joao Fonseca</a>&nbsp;Batting first, Rajasthan Royals posted 214/6, powered by a sensational 96 off 47 balls from teenage star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who struck eight boundaries and seven sixes. Donovan Ferreira also contributed with an unbeaten 38 from just 11 deliveries, including two fours and four maximums.&nbsp;In reply, Gujarat Titans successfully chased 215 runs target, thanks to a brilliant century from captain Shubman Gill, who smashed 104 from 53 balls. Gill and Sai Sudharsan (58 off 32 deliveries), shared a match-defining 167-run partnership that laid the foundation for the victory.&nbsp;Also Read -<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/gill-and-sudharsan-surpass-gayle-kohli-for-most-century-stands-in-t20s-1780124507523"> Gill and Sudharsan surpass Gayle-Kohli for most century stands in T20s</a>&nbsp;The chase set a new IPL playoff record for the highest successful run chase, surpassing Punjab Kings’ chase of 204 against Mumbai Indians in the previous season’s Qualifier 2. It also marked Gujarat Titans’ highest-ever successful IPL chase, outdoing their 204 against Delhi Capitals in 2025.&nbsp;Responding to suggestions that the team relied heavily on Archer and Sooryavanshi, Sangakkara disagreed, stating that several players made valuable contributions throughout the campaign.&nbsp;&nbsp;While acknowledging the impact of the two standout performers, he highlighted the efforts of Dhruv Jurel, Riyan Parag, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Tushar Deshpande, Jadeja and Brijesh Sharma, each of whom delivered important performances at different stages of the tournament.&nbsp;&nbsp;"In every season, there are players that step up and do a little bit more than the others. But I think we've had a lot of support from the other players. Jofra and Vaibhav were the stars in a lot of that. In the powerplay, the runs they've scored. But everyone around them, I get Dhruv Jurel. I mean, what a season!," said Sangakkara. He added, "Riyan also played crucial knocks. Jaiswal, at the start of the season, had some very crucial knocks for us. Deshpande is bowling a critical over against GT. Jadeja, an economy of like eight for the whole season. Brijesh Sharma against MI, four for 27 runs. So, there are so many examples of everyone else stepping up. You'll always have stars, but when everyone else steps up around them, it makes it easier."&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Kumar Sangakkara acknowledged that Rajasthan Royals were short by 10 to 15 runs after their IPL 2026 campaign concluded with a seven-wicket defeat to Gujarat Titans in Chandigarh.

Rajasthan Royals’ IPL 2026 journey came to an end with a seven-wicket loss to Gujarat Titans in Chandigarh and Director of Cricket and Head Coach Kumar Sangakkara felt his team fell short by around 10 to 15 runs despite posting a strong total. Speaking after the match, Sangakkara noted that the pitch became slightly easier for batting as the game progressed. While both teams preferred batting first on the used surface, he believed Rajasthan’s score of 215 was still within a defendable range. "I think the pitch did improve a little bit. I think both sides were looking to bat. It's a used pitch. But surprisingly, it actually got even, probably a little bit better than the last game as well. But I think 215 was defendable. We had a small opportunity, a sniff, when Sai skied that ball. Those small margins are what T20 games turn on," said Sangakkara. Sangakkara further praised Gujarat’s performance, acknowledging both their disciplined bowling and outstanding batting display. He added, "But they batted beautifully. They bowled pretty smartly. I think we probably were about 10, 15 runs short of where we were right at that start. Yes, losing two wickets at the beginning, but I think it's a great game by both sides for us to get to 215 and for them to have done it so easily. All credit to GT." Also Read - French Open 2026: Shocker! Djokovic knocked out by Brazilian teen Joao Fonseca Batting first, Rajasthan Royals posted 214/6, powered by a sensational 96 off 47 balls from teenage star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who struck eight boundaries and seven sixes. Donovan Ferreira also contributed with an unbeaten 38 from just 11 deliveries, including two fours and four maximums. In reply, Gujarat Titans successfully chased 215 runs target, thanks to a brilliant century from captain Shubman Gill, who smashed 104 from 53 balls. Gill and Sai Sudharsan (58 off 32 deliveries), shared a match-defining 167-run partnership that laid the foundation for the victory. Also Read - Gill and Sudharsan surpass Gayle-Kohli for most century stands in T20s The chase set a new IPL playoff record for the highest successful run chase, surpassing Punjab Kings’ chase of 204 against Mumbai Indians in the previous season’s Qualifier 2. It also marked Gujarat Titans’ highest-ever successful IPL chase, outdoing their 204 against Delhi Capitals in 2025. Responding to suggestions that the team relied heavily on Archer and Sooryavanshi, Sangakkara disagreed, stating that several players made valuable contributions throughout the campaign. While acknowledging the impact of the two standout performers, he highlighted the efforts of Dhruv Jurel, Riyan Parag, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Tushar Deshpande, Jadeja and Brijesh Sharma, each of whom delivered important performances at different stages of the tournament. "In every season, there are players that step up and do a little bit more than the others. But I think we've had a lot of support from the other players. Jofra and Vaibhav were the stars in a lot of that. In the powerplay, the runs they've scored. But everyone around them, I get Dhruv Jurel. I mean, what a season!," said Sangakkara. He added, "Riyan also played crucial knocks. Jaiswal, at the start of the season, had some very crucial knocks for us. Deshpande is bowling a critical over against GT. Jadeja, an economy of like eight for the whole season. Brijesh Sharma against MI, four for 27 runs. So, there are so many examples of everyone else stepping up. You'll always have stars, but when everyone else steps up around them, it makes it easier." With inputs from agencies

Kumar Sangakkara acknowledged that Rajasthan Royals were short by 10 to 15 runs after their IPL 2026 campaign concluded with a seven-wicket defeat to Gujarat Titans in Chandigarh.

‘We were probably 10-15 runs short’: Coach Sangakkara reflects on RR’s defeat to GT

The opening pair of Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill continued their record-breaking run on Friday (May 29), surpassing the iconic pair of Chris Gayle and Virat Kohli for the most century partnerships in men’s T20 cricket. Their commanding 167-run stand against Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 played an important role in Gujarat Titans securing a place in the final. Gill and Sudharsan dominated the chase and looked set to seal a 10-wicket victory for Gujarat before Sudharsan’s brilliant innings ended in an unfortunate hit-wicket dismissal.&nbsp;The partnership was their 11th century stand in T20 cricket, achieved in just 48 innings together. In doing so, they moved ahead of Gayle and Kohli, who had registered 10 century partnerships across 63 innings.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/french-open-2026-shocker-djokovic-knocked-out-by-brazilian-teen-joao-fonseca-1780081568892">French Open 2026: Shocker! Djokovic knocked out by Brazilian teen Joao Fonseca</a>&nbsp;The Gujarat pair now sits alone at the top of the list, ahead of other prolific combinations such as Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan and AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli.&nbsp;Gill and Sudharsan also matched another major T20 record, registering their eighth 100-plus opening partnership, equalling the tally of Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan for the most century stands by an opening pair in men’s T20 cricket.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vaibhav-sooryavanshi-becomes-first-uncapped-player-to-score-700-runs-in-a-single-ipl-season-1780066890468">Sooryavanshi becomes 1st uncapped player to score 700 runs in single IPL season</a>&nbsp;Their 167-run partnership further etched its place in IPL history by becoming the highest partnership recorded in a playoff match. The previous record belonged to Michael Hussey and Murali Vijay, whose 159-run stand helped Chennai Super Kings defeat Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 2011 IPL final.<h3>Highest partnerships in IPL playoffs (any wicket)</h3><ul><li>167 - Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan (GT) vs RR, Mullanpur, 2026 (Q2)</li><li>159 - Michael Hussey and Murali Vijay (CSK) vs RCB, Chennai, 2011 (Final)</li><li>140* - Michael Hussey and Suresh Raina (CSK) vs MI, Delhi, 2013 (Q1)</li><li>138 - Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan (GT) vs MI, Ahmedabad, 2023 (Q2)</li><li>136 - Manvinder Bisla and Jacques Kallis (KKR) vs CSK, Chennai, 2012 (Final)</li></ul>

Gill and Sudharsan reached another landmark with their 167-run stand against RR, breaking Gayle and Kohli’s record for the most century partnerships in T20 cricket.

The opening pair of Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill continued their record-breaking run on Friday (May 29), surpassing the iconic pair of Chris Gayle and Virat Kohli for the most century partnerships in men’s T20 cricket. Their commanding 167-run stand against Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 played an important role in Gujarat Titans securing a place in the final. Gill and Sudharsan dominated the chase and looked set to seal a 10-wicket victory for Gujarat before Sudharsan’s brilliant innings ended in an unfortunate hit-wicket dismissal. The partnership was their 11th century stand in T20 cricket, achieved in just 48 innings together. In doing so, they moved ahead of Gayle and Kohli, who had registered 10 century partnerships across 63 innings. Also Read - French Open 2026: Shocker! Djokovic knocked out by Brazilian teen Joao Fonseca The Gujarat pair now sits alone at the top of the list, ahead of other prolific combinations such as Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan and AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli. Gill and Sudharsan also matched another major T20 record, registering their eighth 100-plus opening partnership, equalling the tally of Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan for the most century stands by an opening pair in men’s T20 cricket. Also Read - Sooryavanshi becomes 1st uncapped player to score 700 runs in single IPL season Their 167-run partnership further etched its place in IPL history by becoming the highest partnership recorded in a playoff match. The previous record belonged to Michael Hussey and Murali Vijay, whose 159-run stand helped Chennai Super Kings defeat Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 2011 IPL final. Highest partnerships in IPL playoffs (any wicket) 167 - Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan (GT) vs RR, Mullanpur, 2026 (Q2) 159 - Michael Hussey and Murali Vijay (CSK) vs RCB, Chennai, 2011 (Final) 140* - Michael Hussey and Suresh Raina (CSK) vs MI, Delhi, 2013 (Q1) 138 - Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan (GT) vs MI, Ahmedabad, 2023 (Q2) 136 - Manvinder Bisla and Jacques Kallis (KKR) vs CSK, Chennai, 2012 (Final)

Gill and Sudharsan reached another landmark with their 167-run stand against RR, breaking Gayle and Kohli’s record for the most century stands in T20 cricket.

Gill and Sudharsan surpass Gayle-Kohli for most century stands in T20s

Gujarat Titans booked their place in the IPL 2026 final with a seven-wicket victory over the Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2 at the PCA Stadium in Mullanpur and now they will face defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the summit clash on Sunday. Shubman Gill’s 109 and a half-century from Sai Sudharsan powered the chase as GT successfully chased the 215-run target with eight balls remaining.&nbsp;Earlier, after winning the toss, Rajasthan Royals chose to bat first, but their innings got off to a shaky start, as Mohammed Siraj removed Yashasvi Jaiswal for just one in the opening over, while Kagiso Rabada struck soon after to dismiss Dhruv Jurel for seven.&nbsp;Ravindra Jadeja and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi then rebuilt the innings with an aggressive counterattack, Jadeja looked in fine touch before retiring hurt on 34 from 19 balls because of discomfort, while, captain Riyan Parag came in next and scored a brisk 11 off 6 deliveries before Jason Holder claimed his wicket.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vaibhav-sooryavanshi-becomes-first-uncapped-player-to-score-700-runs-in-a-single-ipl-season-1780066890468">Sooryavanshi becomes 1st uncapped player to score 700 runs in single IPL season</a>&nbsp;Holder struck again to remove Dasun Shanaka for three, while Prasidh Krishna dismissed Jofra Archer, who had been promoted up the order, for a quick seven off four balls.&nbsp;Jadeja later returned to the crease after receiving treatment and partnered Sooryavanshi in another productive stand. The youngster made full use of a dropped chance on 46 by Sai Sudharsan and converted it into a brilliant half-century. Their partnership added another 52 runs before Rabada ended Sooryavanshi’s explosive knock on 96 from 47 balls.&nbsp;Also Check - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/ipl-2026-fastes-to-1000-runs-and-more-record-rr-s-sooryavanshi-broke-vs-gt-in-qualifier-2-1780070914721">Fastest to 1000 runs &amp; more records RR's Sooryavanshi broke vs GT in Qualifier 2</a>&nbsp;A fiery cameo from Donovan Ferreira, who smashed 38 off just 11 deliveries, along with Jadeja’s unbeaten 45 from 35 balls, lifted Rajasthan Royals to an imposing 214/6 in their 20 overs.&nbsp;Chasing 215, Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill gave Gujarat Titans the perfect start and attacked from the start, piling on boundaries and bringing up their respective fifties rapidly as GT crossed the 100-run mark before the halfway stage.&nbsp;Sudharsan’s entertaining innings ended in unusual way when he was dismissed hit wicket, repeating the same mode of dismissal from the first qualifier against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Before his departure, he and Gill had put together a massive 167-run opening partnership.&nbsp;Gill continued to dominate the chase and reached a superb century, leading from the front with a sensational 109 off 53 balls before eventually falling to Archer.&nbsp;Later, Washington Sundar chipped in with a quickfire 16 from nine deliveries before being dismissed by Nandre Burger. Jos Buttler and Rahul Tewatia then calmly finished the chase, remaining unbeaten on nine and 17 respectively, as Gujarat Titans sealed their place in the final.

Shubman Gill’s 109 and a half-century from Sai Sudharsan guided Gujarat Titans to a successful chase of 215 with eight balls to spare, sealing their place in the final.

Gujarat Titans booked their place in the IPL 2026 final with a seven-wicket victory over the Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2 at the PCA Stadium in Mullanpur and now they will face defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the summit clash on Sunday. Shubman Gill’s 109 and a half-century from Sai Sudharsan powered the chase as GT successfully chased the 215-run target with eight balls remaining. Earlier, after winning the toss, Rajasthan Royals chose to bat first, but their innings got off to a shaky start, as Mohammed Siraj removed Yashasvi Jaiswal for just one in the opening over, while Kagiso Rabada struck soon after to dismiss Dhruv Jurel for seven. Ravindra Jadeja and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi then rebuilt the innings with an aggressive counterattack, Jadeja looked in fine touch before retiring hurt on 34 from 19 balls because of discomfort, while, captain Riyan Parag came in next and scored a brisk 11 off 6 deliveries before Jason Holder claimed his wicket. Also Read - Sooryavanshi becomes 1st uncapped player to score 700 runs in single IPL season Holder struck again to remove Dasun Shanaka for three, while Prasidh Krishna dismissed Jofra Archer, who had been promoted up the order, for a quick seven off four balls. Jadeja later returned to the crease after receiving treatment and partnered Sooryavanshi in another productive stand. The youngster made full use of a dropped chance on 46 by Sai Sudharsan and converted it into a brilliant half-century. Their partnership added another 52 runs before Rabada ended Sooryavanshi’s explosive knock on 96 from 47 balls. Also Check - Fastest to 1000 runs & more records RR's Sooryavanshi broke vs GT in Qualifier 2 A fiery cameo from Donovan Ferreira, who smashed 38 off just 11 deliveries, along with Jadeja’s unbeaten 45 from 35 balls, lifted Rajasthan Royals to an imposing 214/6 in their 20 overs. Chasing 215, Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill gave Gujarat Titans the perfect start and attacked from the start, piling on boundaries and bringing up their respective fifties rapidly as GT crossed the 100-run mark before the halfway stage. Sudharsan’s entertaining innings ended in unusual way when he was dismissed hit wicket, repeating the same mode of dismissal from the first qualifier against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Before his departure, he and Gill had put together a massive 167-run opening partnership. Gill continued to dominate the chase and reached a superb century, leading from the front with a sensational 109 off 53 balls before eventually falling to Archer. Later, Washington Sundar chipped in with a quickfire 16 from nine deliveries before being dismissed by Nandre Burger. Jos Buttler and Rahul Tewatia then calmly finished the chase, remaining unbeaten on nine and 17 respectively, as Gujarat Titans sealed their place in the final.

Shubman Gill’s 109 and a half-century from Sai Sudharsan guided Gujarat Titans to a successful chase of 215 with eight balls to spare, sealing their place in the final.

IPL 2026: Gill’s century outshines Sooryavanshi 96 as GT seal final spot vs RCB

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi added another record-breaking chapter to his IPL 2026 season in the Qualifier 2 clash against the Gujarat Titans, falling short of a century but still rewriting multiple IPL and T20 records with a milestone-filled knock.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi added another record-breaking chapter to his IPL 2026 season in the Qualifier 2 clash against the Gujarat Titans, falling short of a century but still rewriting multiple IPL and T20 records with a milestone-filled knock.

IPL 2026 - Fastest to 1000 runs and more records RR's Sooryavanshi broke vs GT in Qualifier 2

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi etched his name into IPL history on Friday (May 29), becoming the first uncapped player to score 700 runs in a single season of the tournament. The 15-year-old left-hander from Bihar needed just 20 runs in the IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 clash against the Gujarat Titans to achieve the landmark and reached the milestone in style by smashing Kagiso Rabada for a boundary on the second ball of the fourth over in New Chandigarh.&nbsp;Before Vaibhav’s achievement, only two uncapped batters had managed to cross the 600-run mark in an IPL season. Shaun Marsh was the first to accomplish the feat, scoring over 600 runs for Punjab Kings during the inaugural IPL season in 2008 and few years later, Yashasvi Jaiswal equaled that benchmark with 626 runs in 14 matches for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2023.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-rishabh-pant-resigns-as-lsg-captain-following-last-place-finish-1780059321978">IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant resigns as LSG captain following last-place finish</a>&nbsp;At just 15 years and 63 days old, Vaibhav has also become the youngest player ever to score 700 runs in a single IPL edition. The previous record belonged to B Sai Sudharsan, who achieved the mark for Gujarat Titans in IPL 2025 at the age of 23 years and 227 days.<h3>Uncapped players with most runs in a single edition of IPL</h3>

<figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th>Player</th><th>Team</th><th>M</th><th>R</th><th>Year</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Vaibhav Sooryavanshi</td><td>Rajasthan Royals</td><td>16*</td><td>701*</td><td>2026</td></tr><tr><td>Yashasvi Jaiswal</td><td>Rajasthan Royals</td><td>14</td><td>626</td><td>2023</td></tr><tr><td>Shaun Marsh</td><td>Punjab Kings</td><td>11</td><td>616</td><td>2008</td></tr><tr><td>Riyan Parag</td><td>Rajasthan Royals</td><td>16</td><td>573</td><td>2024</td></tr><tr><td>Prabhsimran Singh</td><td>Punjab Kings</td><td>17</td><td>549</td><td>2025</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scripted IPL history on Friday (May 29) by becoming the first uncapped player to score 700 runs in a single season.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi etched his name into IPL history on Friday (May 29), becoming the first uncapped player to score 700 runs in a single season of the tournament. The 15-year-old left-hander from Bihar needed just 20 runs in the IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 clash against the Gujarat Titans to achieve the landmark and reached the milestone in style by smashing Kagiso Rabada for a boundary on the second ball of the fourth over in New Chandigarh. Before Vaibhav’s achievement, only two uncapped batters had managed to cross the 600-run mark in an IPL season. Shaun Marsh was the first to accomplish the feat, scoring over 600 runs for Punjab Kings during the inaugural IPL season in 2008 and few years later, Yashasvi Jaiswal equaled that benchmark with 626 runs in 14 matches for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2023. Also Read - IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant resigns as LSG captain following last-place finish At just 15 years and 63 days old, Vaibhav has also become the youngest player ever to score 700 runs in a single IPL edition. The previous record belonged to B Sai Sudharsan, who achieved the mark for Gujarat Titans in IPL 2025 at the age of 23 years and 227 days. Uncapped players with most runs in a single edition of IPL

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scripted IPL history on Friday (May 29) by becoming the first uncapped player to score 700 runs in a single season.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi becomes first uncapped player to score 700 runs in a single IPL season

A dramatic moment unfolded ahead of IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 in New Chandigarh when the toss had to be conducted twice due to a communication mix-up. Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill flipped the coin while Rajasthan Royals skipper Riyan Parag made the call, but the match referee failed to hear it clearly. As confusion spread briefly at the centre, broadcaster Ravi Shastri announced that the toss would be conducted again.&nbsp;In the second attempt, the toss went Rajasthan Royals’ way and they chose to bat first. The decision to re-do the toss appeared to leave Gill disappointed, especially since the first flip seemed to favour Gujarat Titans.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Toss fiasco already at the start. <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/GTvsRR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GTvsRR</a> <a href="https://t.co/OaKgRmd6oP">pic.twitter.com/OaKgRmd6oP</a>&mdash; Glorified Dakait (@BalakHasta) <a href="https://x.com/BalakHasta/status/2060354919329407474?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 29, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Speaking after the toss, Gill admitted that GT would also have preferred to bat first and expressed frustration over the confusion.&nbsp;"We would have batted first. 40 overs of play have already happened on this pitch. I don't think it would change much. Unfortunately, I don't think the referee heard the call from Riyan," said Gill at the toss.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-rishabh-pant-resigns-as-lsg-captain-following-last-place-finish-1780059321978">IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant resigns as LSG captain following last-place finish</a><h3>Playing XIs</h3>For the match, Rajasthan Royals retained the same playing XI, while Gujarat Titans brought Sai Sudharsan back into the lineup.&nbsp;Rajasthan Royals Playing XI: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Riyan Parag (c), Donovan Ferreira, Dasun Shanaka, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Brijesh Sharma and Yash Punja&nbsp;Gujarat Titans Playing XI: Shubman Gill (c), B Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (wk), Washington Sundar, Nishant Sindhu, Jason Holder, Rashid Khan, R Sai Kishore, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj<h3>Impact Subs</h3>RR: Shubham Dubey, Sushant Mishra, Aman Rao, Ravi Bishnoi and Tushar Deshpande&nbsp;GT: Rahul Tewatia, Anuj Rawat, Glenn Phillips, Kumar Kushagra and Mohammad Arshad Khan

The re-toss left Shubman Gill visibly frustrated, as the coin initially appeared to land in favour of the Gujarat Titans on the first attempt.

A dramatic moment unfolded ahead of IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 in New Chandigarh when the toss had to be conducted twice due to a communication mix-up. Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill flipped the coin while Rajasthan Royals skipper Riyan Parag made the call, but the match referee failed to hear it clearly. As confusion spread briefly at the centre, broadcaster Ravi Shastri announced that the toss would be conducted again. In the second attempt, the toss went Rajasthan Royals’ way and they chose to bat first. The decision to re-do the toss appeared to leave Gill disappointed, especially since the first flip seemed to favour Gujarat Titans.

The re-toss left Shubman Gill visibly frustrated, as the coin initially appeared to land in favour of the Gujarat Titans on the first attempt.

IPL 2026 Qualifier 2: Why was toss retaken in RR vs GT clash?

Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has stepped down as captain of the Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League (IPL) following a disappointing 2026 season, with the franchise confirming that his request was accepted with immediate effect. The Lucknow-based franchise posted a statement on X on Friday (May 29), announcing that the 28-year-old left-handed batter, who was signed for a record INR 27 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction, had personally asked to be relieved of leadership duties after a poor campaign that saw LSG finish 10th in the table.&nbsp;In an official statement, LSG stated, “Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) wish to formally announce that Rishabh Pant has requested to be relieved of his captaincy duties with the franchise, and the franchisee has accepted his request with immediate effect."

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Official announcement. <a href="https://t.co/7WeOwpkDr6">pic.twitter.com/7WeOwpkDr6</a>&mdash; Lucknow Super Giants (@LucknowIPL) <a href="https://x.com/LucknowIPL/status/2060322784715342265?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 29, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

LSG Director of Cricket Tom Moody added that such decisions are never easy and thanked Pant for his efforts in the role.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Rishabh approached the franchisee with this request and we have respectfully accepted it. These decisions are never easy. We are grateful for everything Rishabh has brought to this dressing room as captain. Our focus now is on the collective, rebuilding and restructuring to reach the best standards," said Tom Moody.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vinesh-phogat-set-for-asian-games-trials-after-supreme-court-upholds-delhi-hc-order-1780049015464">Vinesh Phogat set for Asian Games trials after Supreme Court upholds Delhi HC order</a><h3>Pant’s stint as captain</h3>Pant was appointed skipper ahead of IPL 2025 after joining LSG for a record-breaking fee, however, in his first season, LSG managed to win only six of their 14 league games, failing to reach the playoffs.&nbsp;His personal form also struggled, as he managed 269 runs in 13 innings that season, but despite the setback, he continued as captain into IPL 2026.&nbsp;This year also proved similarly challenging, with Pant scoring 312 runs in 13 innings at a strike rate of 138.05. Under his leadership, LSG again had a poor run, winning just four of their 14 matches and finishing at the bottom of the standings.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/smart-glasses-banned-in-ipl-bcci-announces-strict-security-rules-1780050013857">Smart glasses banned in IPL? BCCI announces strict security rules</a><h3>Potential replacements</h3>With the leadership role now vacant, LSG may look at several options for their next captain. Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh are among the frontrunners, both currently serving as T20I captains for South Africa and Australia respectively, while Nicholas Pooran, who has prior international captaincy experience with the West Indies and currently leads MI New York in Major League Cricket, can also be considered for the role.

Since joining LSG for INR 27 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction, Rishabh Pant captained the franchise in 28 matches, managing just 10 wins.

Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has stepped down as captain of the Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League (IPL) following a disappointing 2026 season, with the franchise confirming that his request was accepted with immediate effect. The Lucknow-based franchise posted a statement on X on Friday (May 29), announcing that the 28-year-old left-handed batter, who was signed for a record INR 27 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction, had personally asked to be relieved of leadership duties after a poor campaign that saw LSG finish 10th in the table. In an official statement, LSG stated, “Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) wish to formally announce that Rishabh Pant has requested to be relieved of his captaincy duties with the franchise, and the franchisee has accepted his request with immediate effect."

Since joining LSG for INR 27 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction, Rishabh Pant captained the franchise in 28 matches, managing just 10 wins.

IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant resigns as LSG captain following last-place finish

The BCCI has prohibited players and match officials from using smart sunglasses during IPL 2026, citing concerns over hidden communication and media-recording capabilities. The decision was communicated to all franchises and officials through the board’s Anti-Corruption Unit (ACSU) after reports emerged that such devices were being promoted among players and support staff. In its advisory, the BCCI pointed out that these smart eyewear devices are capable of live streaming, exchanging text messages and making audio or video calls via Wi-Fi or mobile data networks.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Kindly note that these devices are equipped with advanced communication features, including live streaming, sending and receiving text messages, as well as audio and video calling capabilities through mobile data or Wi-Fi networks," the BCCI advisory read.&nbsp;Because of these features, the board has categorised the gadgets as both communication and audio/video recording devices under the PMOA Minimum Standards and as a result, the use or possession of smart glasses has been completely banned inside the Players and Match Officials Area (PMOA).&nbsp;&nbsp;“Accordingly, under the PMOA Minimum Standards, such goggles/glasses are classified both as an ‘Audio/Video Recording Device’ and a ‘Communication Device’," the board said.&nbsp;“It is hereby notified that the possession and/or use of ‘Smart Goggles’ is strictly prohibited within the Players and Match Officials Area (PMOA)," it added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/what-happens-if-rain-plays-spoilsport-in-gt-vs-rr-ipl-2026-qualifier-2-1780046589601">What happens if rain plays spoilsport in GT vs RR IPL 2026 Qualifier 2?</a>&nbsp;The latest directive strengthens existing regulations that already restrict electronic communication devices in sensitive match-related zones.&nbsp;Earlier in the season, Rajasthan Royals manager Romi Bhinder faced disciplinary action after he was seen using a mobile phone in the dugout during a match and was fined INR 1 lakh and issued a warning by the board.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/outstanding-performance-pm-narendra-modi-congratulates-u23-wrestlers-for-historic-asian-championships-1780046843145">PM Modi congratulates U23 wrestlers for historic Asian Championships</a>&nbsp;To ensure compliance, the BCCI has instructed all players and support staff to hand over smart glasses, along with mobile phones and smartwatches, to the Security Liaison Officer (SLO) before entering the PMOA on match days.&nbsp;“All players and support staff are directed to deposit such devices with the Security Liaison Officer (SLO), along with their mobile phones and smartwatches, upon entering the PMOA on match days," the board said.&nbsp;The board also warned that failure to surrender such devices would be treated as a violation of tournament protocols and may results in penalties under IPL 2026 regulations.&nbsp;The move is part of the BCCI’s broader effort to tighten discipline during this year’s IPL season, which has already included stricter rules on player movement and restrictions on late-night outings without prior approval from security officials.

The BCCI's Anti-Corruption Unit has banned the use of smart glasses in IPL 2026 dressing rooms and other restricted areas over security and integrity concerns, with players and support staff instructed to deposit the devices on match days.

The BCCI has prohibited players and match officials from using smart sunglasses during IPL 2026, citing concerns over hidden communication and media-recording capabilities. The decision was communicated to all franchises and officials through the board’s Anti-Corruption Unit (ACSU) after reports emerged that such devices were being promoted among players and support staff. In its advisory, the BCCI pointed out that these smart eyewear devices are capable of live streaming, exchanging text messages and making audio or video calls via Wi-Fi or mobile data networks. “Kindly note that these devices are equipped with advanced communication features, including live streaming, sending and receiving text messages, as well as audio and video calling capabilities through mobile data or Wi-Fi networks," the BCCI advisory read. Because of these features, the board has categorised the gadgets as both communication and audio/video recording devices under the PMOA Minimum Standards and as a result, the use or possession of smart glasses has been completely banned inside the Players and Match Officials Area (PMOA). “Accordingly, under the PMOA Minimum Standards, such goggles/glasses are classified both as an ‘Audio/Video Recording Device’ and a ‘Communication Device’," the board said. “It is hereby notified that the possession and/or use of ‘Smart Goggles’ is strictly prohibited within the Players and Match Officials Area (PMOA)," it added. Also Read - What happens if rain plays spoilsport in GT vs RR IPL 2026 Qualifier 2? The latest directive strengthens existing regulations that already restrict electronic communication devices in sensitive match-related zones. Earlier in the season, Rajasthan Royals manager Romi Bhinder faced disciplinary action after he was seen using a mobile phone in the dugout during a match and was fined INR 1 lakh and issued a warning by the board. Also Read - PM Modi congratulates U23 wrestlers for historic Asian Championships To ensure compliance, the BCCI has instructed all players and support staff to hand over smart glasses, along with mobile phones and smartwatches, to the Security Liaison Officer (SLO) before entering the PMOA on match days. “All players and support staff are directed to deposit such devices with the Security Liaison Officer (SLO), along with their mobile phones and smartwatches, upon entering the PMOA on match days," the board said. The board also warned that failure to surrender such devices would be treated as a violation of tournament protocols and may results in penalties under IPL 2026 regulations. The move is part of the BCCI’s broader effort to tighten discipline during this year’s IPL season, which has already included stricter rules on player movement and restrictions on late-night outings without prior approval from security officials.

The BCCI's Anti-Corruption Unit has banned the use of smart glasses in IPL 2026 dressing rooms and other restricted areas over security and integrity concerns, with players and support staff instructed to deposit the devices on match days.

Smart glasses banned in IPL? BCCI announces strict security rules

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