RCB Defeats Gujarat Titans by 92 Runs to Reach IPL 2026 Final; Kohli's Playful Moments Highlight Match
In IPL 2026 Qualifier 1, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defeated Gujarat Titans (GT) by 92 runs to reach the final, setting the highest playoff total of 254/5. RCB captain Rajat Patidar scored an unbeaten 93 off 33 balls, while Virat Kohli contributed 43 runs and engaged in playful on-field antics, including mimicking bowling and teasing GT players. The match featured strong bowling performances from Jacob Duffy and others, with GT struggling to recover after early wickets. Kohli's light-hearted moments and post-match hug with Anushka Sharma gained widespread attention.