Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won the Indian Premier League title for the 2026 season, defeating Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The final featured a standout innings by Virat Kohli, who remained not out on 75 runs and earned the Player of the Match award for his decisive performance. Team captaincy, batting depth, and disciplined bowling contributed to RCB’s success across the tournament. The victory adds another trophy to RCB’s collection and reinforces Bengaluru as a major hub for Indian cricket. Fans across the country celebrated the win and the ongoing popularity of the IPL.
RCB won the 2026 IPL final vs Gujarat Titans
Final held at Narendra Modi Stadium
Virat Kohli scored 75* and was Player of the Match
Strong team depth and bowling contributed
Reinforces Bengaluru as a cricket hub
IPL remains highly popular
Pooja Singh wins Asian U-20 high jump gold with 1.93 m in Hong Kong
Pooja Singh, a 19-year-old Indian athlete, won gold in the women’s high jump at the Asian U-20 Athletics Championships in Hong Kong, clearing 1.93 metres. She became the first Indian to win the Asian junior women’s high jump title and broke the senior national record previously held at 1.92 m. The feat signals a rising wave of Indian success in junior athletics and raises expectations for the Commonwealth Games 2026 qualifiers. Her breakthrough highlights the depth of India’s track-and-field talent and the impact of systematic training programs across state sports academies. Her performance also draws attention to upcoming domestic events and potential sponsorship support for young athletes.
Gold in women’s high jump at Asian U-20 Championships, Hong Kong.
Cleared 1.93 metres; first Indian Asian U-20 high jump gold in this event.
Broke the senior national record (1.92 m).
19-year-old's result boosts Commonwealth Games qualifiers prospects.
Showcases India’s junior athletic development programs.