India, May 22 -- Kyle Fraser was crowned the winner of Survivor 48, securing the title of Sole Survivor and the $1 million grand prize in the season finale aired on Wednesday. The three-hour finale saw Kyle outmaneuver finalists Joe Hunter and Eva Erickson, earning the majority of the jury's votes through his strategic gameplay, immunity win, and social finesse.

The Survivor 48 finale began with five players: Kyle Fraser, Joe Hunter, Eva Erickson, Kamilla Karthigesu, and Mitch Guerra, following Shauhin Davari's elimination. Kamilla won the first immunity challenge, a puzzle-based obstacle course, and chose Eva for the sanctuary reward, strengthening their alliance.

At Tribal Council, Mitch was voted out, leaving four players. In the fin...