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Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) were crowned champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 after defeating Gujarat Titans (GT) in the grand final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The victory marked RCB's second consecutive IPL title and came with a massive ₹20 crore prize purse.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) distributed more than ₹46.5 crore in prize money across teams, players, and special award categories during the tournament's closing ceremony.
RCB Beat Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 Final
RCB won the toss and elected to bowl first, a decision that paid off as their bowlers kept Gujarat Titans under pressure throughout the innings.
GT managed to post 155/8 in 20 overs, with RCB's disciplined bowling attack preventing any major partnerships from developing.
In response, Bengaluru produced a composed run chase. Star batter Virat Kohli led from the front with a crucial half-century, guiding his side toward the target. RCB reached 161/5 in just 18 overs to secure a comfortable five-wicket victory and lift the IPL trophy once again.
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IPL 2026 Team Prize Money
The top four teams in the tournament received significant financial rewards based on their final standings.
| Position | Team | Prize Money |
|---|---|---|
| Champions | Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | ₹20 Crore |
| Runners-up | Gujarat Titans (GT) | ₹13 Crore |
| Third Place | Rajasthan Royals (RR) | ₹7 Crore |
| 4th Place | Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) | ₹6.5 Crore |
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘆. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀! 🏆#TATAIPL | #Final | #TheFinalLeap | #RCBvGT pic.twitter.com/d39Y1gW5DI
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 31, 2026
IPL 2026 Individual Award Winners
Several players were recognized for their exceptional performances during the season.
Major Tournament Awards
| Award | Winner | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| Player of the Match (Final) | Virat Kohli | ₹5 Lakh |
| Emerging Player of the Season | Vaibhav Suryavanshi | ₹10 Lakh |
| Orange Cap | Vaibhav Suryavanshi | ₹10 Lakh |
| Purple Cap | Kagiso Rabada | ₹10 Lakh |
| Most Valuable Player (MVP) | Vaibhav Suryavanshi | ₹15 Lakh |
| Fair Play Award | Punjab Kings | Trophy |
Big games demand big players 🫡
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 31, 2026
Virat Kohli is the Player of the Match of #TATAIPL 2026 Grand Finale 👏
Relive his knock ▶️ https://t.co/uNvVaYGfr7#Final | #TheFinalLeap | #RCBvGT pic.twitter.com/GU1KSTwkQH
IPL 2026 Final Match Special Awards
The following awards were presented for standout performances in the championship match:
| Award | Winner | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| Super Striker of the Match | Vaibhav Suryavanshi | ₹1 Lakh |
| Super Sixes of the Match | Vaibhav Suryavanshi | ₹1 Lakh |
| On-the-Go 4s of the Match | Sai Sudharsan | ₹1 Lakh |
| Green Dot Balls of the Match | Mohammed Siraj | ₹1 Lakh |
Age no bar for this truly special teenager 👏🙌
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 31, 2026
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is the winner of the 𝙈𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙑𝙖𝙡𝙪𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙮𝙚𝙧 Award with 4⃣3⃣6⃣.5⃣ points 🩷#TATAIPL | #Final | #TheFinalLeap | #RCBvGT pic.twitter.com/DowJeSDF5X
IPL 2026 Pitch & Ground Award Winners
To recognize the quality of playing surfaces and venue management, IPL also rewarded the best-performing stadiums.
| Category | Venue | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| Pitch & Ground Award (5 or More Matches Hosted) | Eden Gardens | ₹50 Lakh |
| Pitch & Ground Award (4 or Fewer Matches Hosted) | Dharamshala Stadium | ₹25 Lakh |
Vaibhav Suryavanshi Steals the Spotlight
One of the biggest stories of IPL 2026 was the rise of young batting sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi. The youngster dominated the tournament, winning multiple prestigious awards, including the Orange Cap, Emerging Player of the Season, and Most Valuable Player honors.
His consistent run-scoring and match-winning performances established him as one of the brightest stars of the season and a future prospect for Indian cricket.
Final Thoughts
IPL 2026 ended with Royal Challengers Bengaluru continuing their dominance in the league by securing a second consecutive championship. Along with the coveted trophy, RCB walked away with ₹20 crore in prize money, while Gujarat Titans earned ₹13 crore as runners-up.
The season also showcased outstanding individual performances from Virat Kohli, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, and Kagiso Rabada, ensuring that IPL 2026 will be remembered as one of the most exciting editions of the tournament.
Also Read: RCB vs GT IPL 2026 Final Highlights: Bengaluru Win Title Again
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