Why was the Battle of Talikota fought? What were its consequences?

The battle of Talikota was fought between the Vijayanagar forces and alliance of Bijapur, Ahmadnagar and Golconda. The main reasons behind the conflict were:

1. To take control of fertile Raichur Doab because of its wealth and economic resources.
2. To have access to Godavari basin which has numerous ports through which trade was carried out with foreign countries.
3. To control fertile konkan coast.

As a result of Battle of Talikota, city of Vijayanagar was completely destroyed and its king Rama Ray was captured and executed. Although the Vijayanagar Empire continued for almost 100 years after this battle, it no longer enjoyed its earlier power and position.