RCB Beat Gujarat Titans as Kohli AB Reunion Truly Win Hearts
RCB beat Gujarat Titans: RCB beat the Gujarat Titans by 92 runs to reach their second IPL final in a row.
After the match, Virat Kohli hugged AB de Villiers, a moment that gave fans hope and highlighted their strong partnership.
RCB Beat Gujarat Titans: RCB Enters Finals with Strong 92-Run Win
Royal Challengers Bengaluru made it to the 2026 IPL final after a strong 92-run win over Gujarat Titans in Dharamshala on Tuesday night, proving their strength in an important playoff.
This big win took them to their second straight final and sparked emotional moments between Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers that quickly went viral online.
Kohli AB Hug Viral Moment: Fans Witness Special Moment
RCB beat Gujarat Titans: Fans at the HPCA Stadium and those watching online witnessed a special moment after the last ball, when Virat Kohli hugged his former teammate and RCB legend AB de Villiers.
The moment between these two RCB stars quickly spread online, with fans calling de Villiers the team’s “lucky charm” and a sign of their comeback.
De Villiers was also present for RCB’s first IPL title win last season, which only made fans more certain that he brings good luck to the team.
Kohli and de Villiers are famous for their strong partnership in IPL history, and they showed their close bond again.
Kohli - De Villiers Reunion
Over the years, they have shared many wins, tough losses, and record-breaking moments that shaped the team’s story.
Their most memorable stands include a 229-run partnership against the Gujarat Lions in 2016 and a 215-run stand against the Mumbai Indians at Wankhede in 201.5.
Moments like these have made them IPL legends. Their hug after the 2026 match felt like another chapter in a story that fans enjoy following.
One fan summed up the feeling on social media, writing, "One fan captured the mood online, saying the journey of Kohli and de Villiers has 'seen it all—from tears in 2016 to warm hugs in 2026,' and that it felt like '17 years in the making.”
Another fan wrote, “AB wasn’t there to lift the trophy with them earlier, but he’s here now for the title defence.” RCB’s performance was dominant.
IPL Qualifier 1 Highlights:
RCB playoff victory: Captain Rajat Patidar led from the front again with a stunning 33-ball 93, helping the team reach a record 254 in 20 overs—the highest total ever in an IPL playoff match.
Gujarat Titans could not respond, as RCB’s bowlers took control in the second innings.
With Bhuvneshwar Kumar leading the attack, RCB’s bowlers gave Gujarat no chance to recover.
Their sharp bowling at the HPCA Stadium secured a big win and gave RCB fans a night to remember in Dharamshala.
RCB One Win Away From Historic IPL Title Defence
RCB Beat Gujarat Titans: With this big win, RCB are now just one victory away from becoming only the third team in IPL history, after Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians, to defend their title.
The stage is set for an exciting final, with Bengaluru bringing both momentum and emotion into the last match.
Virat Kohli Emotional Moment: Sportstar Hugs His Wife Anushka Sharma
Virat Kohli latest news: After RCB’s win, Virat ran over to Anushka on the field and gave her a warm hug.
Their celebration quickly became a highlight of the night, with fans online enjoying the couple’s happiness and chemistry.
While the team’s win was a big moment, the joyful moments between Virat and Anushka also stood out. Their smiles and celebrations made the match even more exciting.
Candid moments of the couple at the stadium are now trending on social media.
In one video, Virat runs to Anushka for a warm hug right after RCB secured their place in the finals.
Another clip shows Virat talking to Anushka from the field during the match. Anushka is seen cheering enthusiastically for Virat and his team from the stands.
Another clip shows her looking tense and deeply involved during a crucial moment in the match.
In a candid moment now online, Anushka, known for protecting her privacy, was seen warmly waving to a fan who called out her name from the stands.
Brief About Anushka and Virat Kohli
Anushka and Virat started dating around 2013 after meeting during a commercial shoot. They got married in Italy in December 2017, after almost four years together.
Their first child, Vamika, was born in January 2021, and their son Akaay was born on February 15, 2024.
The couple is known for keeping their personal lives private and does not allow photos of their children.
There are rumors they moved to London after Akaay’s birth, but this has not been officially confirmed.
