Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL 2026 title celebrations continue to generate headlines, and one of the most heartwarming moments came from franchise stalwarts Virat Kohli and Bhuvneshwar Kumar. The veteran duo was seen performing a traditional Punjabi “kikli” dance during RCB’s post-title party, giving fans a glimpse of the strong bond that helped power the team to another championship.
Following RCB’s successful defence of their IPL crown, Kohli shared a fun video on his Instagram story that quickly went viral across social media. The clip showed Kohli and Bhuvneshwar holding hands and spinning around as they performed the popular Punjabi folk dance at the team hotel.
The light-hearted celebration reflected the joy within the RCB camp after securing a second consecutive IPL title. While the viral dance entertained fans, both players had already made their biggest impact on the field throughout the season.
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Virat Kohli once again led from the front with the bat, finishing as RCB’s highest run-scorer in IPL 2026. The former captain amassed 675 runs in 16 matches at an outstanding average of 56.25, playing a crucial role in several victories, including the final against the Gujarat Titans.
Virat Kohli shared this video on his Instagram Story.
– Kikli Boys 😂 pic.twitter.com/X8LyyNuwR0
— Virat Kohli Fan Club (@Trend_VKohli) June 2, 2026
In the title clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Kohli anchored the chase brilliantly and stitched together a key partnership with Venkatesh Iyer. Their aggressive stand effectively ended Gujarat Titans’ hopes of defending a modest total and ensured RCB remained in complete control of the run chase.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar was equally influential with the ball. The experienced fast bowler spearheaded RCB’s bowling attack throughout the campaign, finishing with 28 wickets in 16 matches. His ability to deliver in crucial moments proved invaluable as Bengaluru dominated the tournament.
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The veteran seamer also stepped up in the IPL 2026 final, returning figures of 2/29 to help restrict Gujarat Titans and lay the foundation for victory. Together, Kohli and Bhuvneshwar showcased the value of experience, leadership, and consistency, proving that seasoned campaigners remain just as important as emerging stars in modern T20 cricket. Their on-field contributions and off-field camaraderie were key ingredients in another memorable season for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
