IPL 2026 Prize Money: RCB Earn ₹20 Crore After Back-to-Back Title Triumph
Royal Challengers Bengaluru successfully defended their IPL title in style, defeating Gujarat Titans by five wickets in the IPL 2026 final in Ahmedabad. The victory earned RCB a prize money reward of ₹20 crore, while runners-up Gujarat Titans received ₹12.5 crore. Rajat Patidar's side once again proved why they were the team to beat, clinching their second consecutive IPL trophy.
RCB's bowlers laid the foundation for the triumph by restricting Gujarat Titans to 155/8. Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar removed Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan early, while Rasikh Salam Dar starred with figures of 3/27. Washington Sundar's unbeaten half-century helped GT post a competitive total, but it was not enough against the defending champions.
In the chase, Virat Kohli once again delivered under pressure, remaining unbeaten on 75 off 42 balls. He struck nine fours and three sixes, anchoring the innings brilliantly. Venkatesh Iyer provided a strong start, while Tim David chipped in with a quick 24, helping RCB reach the target with 12 balls to spare.
Despite the disappointment of losing the final, Gujarat Titans can take pride in a strong campaign that ended with a runners-up finish. Meanwhile, Royal Challengers Bengaluru not only lifted the trophy but also secured the biggest financial reward of the season, capping off another memorable IPL campaign.
IPL 2026 Final Prize Money:
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Champions) – ₹20 crore
- Gujarat Titans (Runners-up) – ₹12.5 crore
The title once again belongs to Royal Challengers Bengaluru, while Gujarat Titans can take pride in a strong campaign that saw them reach their second IPL final. Both teams leave IPL 2026 with significant financial rewards after an impressive season.
