Explainer: Who keeps the trophy after becoming champion? Know every small and big information related to this

IPL Trophy: The Indian Premier League 2026 has ended in a thrilling manner with the victory of Royal Challengers Bangalore. The final match of the tournament was played between RCB VS GT, in which Bold Army won the second back to back trophy by defeating Gujarat Titans by 5 wickets. For this title win, Royal Challengers Bangalore got a check of Rs 20 crore as a reward and got the shining IPL trophy. But, have you ever wondered who keeps the trophy? Captain or team… If you do not know about this, then it does not matter, because in this article we are going to tell you in detail about the details of the trophy…

Captain or management, who holds the trophy?

IPL started in 2008 and now 19 seasons have been played. The team that wins the title every season gets a shining trophy. But, do you know who keeps this trophy with him? Actually, after becoming the champion, the trophy is handed over to the winning captain and then the entire team celebrates with it and gets photographed. But let us tell you that this trophy does not remain with the champion team.

The 𝗥 𝗖 𝗕 era. ⭐⭐⭐⭐#PlayBold#নমমRCB#IPL2026pic.twitter.com/GHyRPiaVDf

— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) June 1, 2026

After the celebrations are over, BCCI takes the real trophy back. In return, the winning franchise is given a replica of the trophy, which the franchise keeps with itself and displays.

How are the names of champions written on the trophy?

The interesting thing is that on the basis of the real trophy, the name of the winning team of every season is added through a metal plate, due to which the names of all the champions of IPL are recorded on this trophy. Rajat Patidar was also seen mentioning his name after Royal Challengers Bangalore won the title in IPL 2026.

Name: Royal Challengers Bengaluru ❤️
Titles: 2025 & 2026 🏆
Status: Permanently engraved in #TATAIPL history✒️#Final | #TheFinalLeap | #RCBvGT | @RCBTweetspic.twitter.com/7Xcf2UuhKx

— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 31, 2026

What is written on the IPL trophy?

The IPL trophy is not just a symbol of victory, but it also reflects the basic spirit of the tournament. On the trophy is written “Yatra Pratibha Avasaram Prapnoti” in Sanskrit, which means “Where talent meets opportunity” This is the reason why IPL is counted among the biggest cricket platforms in the world, where young players get a chance to showcase their talent and make their mark.

Is a new trophy made every year?

The IPL trophy is not made new every year, rather the winning teams are given a ‘replica’ of the same main trophy. Since its launch in 2008, its design has been changed twice (mainly the trophy has been redesigned a total of three times). If reports are to be believed, this will change only when there is no room for a new champion.

How much does the IPL trophy weigh?

The glittering trophy of the Indian Premier League may look heavy, but if reports are to be believed, its weight is said to be 6 to 6.5 kg. Its height is 26 inches or 66 centimeters. As a result, players pick it up and celebrate their victory comfortably.

Which metal is the IPL trophy made of?

If reports are to be believed, the IPL trophy is made of a mixture of gold and silver, with a coating of 24 carat gold. However, information is not available whether the replicas received by the franchisees also have gold coating or not.

How much is the IPL trophy worth?

IPL is considered one of the richest cricket leagues in the world. Crores of rupees are spent on players and the champion team also gets huge prize money. In such a situation, there is a lot of discussion regarding the price of the trophy. Although BCCI has never disclosed its official price, but according to media reports this trophy is made of gold and silver. Its estimated price is said to be between Rs 30 to 50 lakh.

Which team has won how many trophies?