East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan Live Score, Durand Cup 2026: The last Kolkata Derby had far-reaching effects on the ISL’s title race. (PTI Photo) The 135th Durand Cup kicks off today with the Kolkata Derby. Just over two months ago, East Bengal and Mohun Bagan SG played a thriller of a match in the Indian Super League (ISL) at a packed Salt Lake Stadium. The match had far-reaching effects on the title race but more importantly, it gave a glimpse of just how vibrant Indian football can be at a time when questions hung over its very existence. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, with Jason Cummings equalising for Bagan five minutes after Edmund put East Bengal in front. The result worked in East Bengal’s favour, with the red and yellow brigade winning the title for the first time, their first national league title overall in 22 years. Story continues below this ad Mohun Bagan enter the tournament as the competition’s most successful club, having won the Durand Cup 17 times. East Bengal are …