In a historic display of dominance at the SNR College Ground in Coimbatore, Kichcha Sudeep led Karnataka bulldozers to the third Celebrity Cricket League (CCL) Title on February 1, 2026 Bengal tigers By 6 wickets, the Bulldozers finally ended their 12-year championship drought with a clinical performance. Sudeep’s leadership was the talk of the tournament, combining tactical genius with a calm, veteran presence.
Karnataka Bulldozers captain Kichcha Sudeep imitates Rohit Sharma’s trophy
The highlight of the post-match ceremony was undoubtedly Sudeep’s tribute to the Indian captain. Rohit Sharma‘s legendary 2024 T20 World Cup celebration. As Sudeep was called upon to collect the CCL 2026 trophy, he broke into a hilarious but perfectly executed ‘robotic stand’, mimicking Rohit’s famous slow-motion, high-knee walk towards the podium.
The crowd erupted as Sudeep channeled “Hitman’s” swagger with deliberate, stiff-legged strides that captured the essence of the viral Barbados moment. This heartwarming gesture showed Sudeep’s deep admiration for India’s cricketing history, while keeping the mood electric and cheerful. When he reached the silver bowl, he didn’t just pick it up; he patted it gently before lifting it up, surrounded by his teammates who joined in the laughter.
The “Boss” of Sandalwood has proven that he is not only a leader on the field, but also a master entertainer who knows how to make a victory legendary. This robot ride has already become the most shared clip of the tournament, trending on social media as the latest crossover between Sandalwood and Indian cricket lore. It was a moment of pure, unadulterated joy that symbolized the relief of finally bringing the trophy back to Karnataka.
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We are champions #CCL2026 #CCL2026Final #Karnatakabulldozers #Karnataka #Celebrities #CelebrityCricketLeague #Small #Sudeepa pic.twitter.com/71KjpoBT4u— Sudeep (@ae_sudeep) February 1, 2026
CCL 2025-26: Karnataka Bulldozers demolish Bengal Tigers in one-sided grand final
The final match was a masterclass in strategy as the Bulldozers completely outclassed the Tigers from the first ball. After winning the toss and electing to field, Sudeep’s bowlers stifled the Bengal batting and restricted them to a modest total of 129 runs. The Tigers’ batting line-up, prolific all season, crumbled under the pressure of the big stage, losing five wickets for just five runs amid a collapse of the middle innings.
Key to Bulldozers chasing 130 Rajeev Hanu He smashed centuries, smashing 69 off just 35 deliveries to build a solid foundation. Even if Bengal’s bowlers did manage to ‘rock’ a few quick wickets briefly, the outcome was never in doubt. Karthik Jayaram and Manjunath showed great composure in the middle order, turning the strike and finding the boundaries with surgical precision.
They reached the target with about three shots to spare, prompting wild celebrations on the field as the victory boundary was hit. The win marks a significant milestone for the franchise as they claim their first title since 2014 and cement their status as a CCL powerhouse. The Tigers, though a valiant runner-up, simply couldn’t respond to Sudeep’s clinical execution and ‘Rohit-esque’ tactical changes.
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