Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) continued its remarkable rise in the year Indian Premier League securing his second title in a row IPL 2026. While the celebrations of their victory are still fresh, talk has already turned to the future of some of the franchise’s biggest stars.
Among them, Virat Kohli remains the central figure. The former captain, who has represented the Bengaluru-based side throughout his IPL career, once again had a memorable campaign and was instrumental in the team’s success. Recently, a key figure within the franchise shared his thoughts on Kohli’s future and offered an interesting perspective on what lies ahead for the batting icon.
RCB CEO Virat Kohli opens up on his future with the franchise
CEO Royal Challengers Bengaluru Rajesh Menon He expressed confidence that Kohli will continue to play for the franchise for a few more years. Menon also suggested that it is difficult to envisage a scenario where the batting superstar leaves RCB completely, even after his playing career is over. The RCB CEO also highlighted Kohli’s fitness levels, passion for the game and relentless competitiveness as reasons why he believes the veteran still has a lot to offer.
“RCB and Virat are different sides of the same coin. He has always been a constant factor for RCB. We have not seen him not being a part of RCB even though he has retired from cricket. We have to try to understand that. I mean, next three-four years he will play. I am sure he is fit, the hunger never dies. You bring energy to him this season, this season he had everything. Three-four years, no problem,” Menon CNBC He said while talking to TV18.
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Kohli continues to shine on the big stage
Kohli proved once again why he remains one of the most influential players in world cricket in IPL 2026. The former India captain was the leading run-scorer for Royal Challengers Bengaluru with 675 runs in 16 matches at an average of 56.25 and the highest strike rate in the IPL with 165 runs.
His best moment happened in the final Shubman Gill’s side Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Chasing 156 for victory, Kohli remained unbeaten on 75 off just 42 deliveries, leading RCB to a comfortable five-wicket win and helping the franchise become only the third team in IPL history to successfully defend their title. The 37-year-old also became the first batsman in IPL history to cross the 9,000-run mark in a season, further cementing his legacy as one of the league’s top performers.
While Kohli has now retired from Test and T20I cricket, he has repeatedly expressed his desire to continue ODI cricket and remains focused on representing India. 2027 ODI World Cup. With fitness, form and motivation showing no signs of fading, the RCB legend will remain a major force for both the franchise and the country for years to come.
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