Key facts
- RCB players and staff will not return to Bengaluru after winning the IPL 2026 title.
- The team will disperse to their homes for holiday time from Ahmedabad.
- Vijay Mallya congratulated RCB on their IPL title win.
Vijay Mallya, the former owner of the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), congratulated the team on X following their IPL 2026 victory. RCB secured their second consecutive title by defeating the Gujarat Titans by 5 wickets in Ahmedabad, showcasing sustained success in the league. Following the win, the team's players and staff will disperse for holiday time from Ahmedabad rather than returning to Bengaluru.