RCB Win Their First IPL Trophy – A Historic Night in Ahmedabad!
Date: June 2, 2025
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Result: RCB beat PBKS by 6 runs
Player of the Match: Virat Kohli
The Wait Is Over!
After 18 long years of ups and downs, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally won their first-ever IPL title! They defeated Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a nail-biting final in Ahmedabad.
It was a night full of emotion, excitement, and joy—especially for RCB fans who had been waiting for this moment for so long.
RCB’s Innings: Kohli Leads, Late Wickets Fall
RCB won the toss and chose to bat first. Virat Kohli played a key role, scoring important runs at the top. He also broke the record for hitting the most fours in IPL history!
Even though the middle order couldn’t build much on his start, RCB still managed to score 190 runs in 20 overs.
PBKS’s Chase: A Strong Start But Fell Short
PBKS started their innings aggressively, trying to chase down 191. But RCB’s bowlers, especially Josh Hazlewood, kept taking wickets at the right time.
PBKS fought till the end, but they couldn’t cross the line. They ended their innings at 184/7, just 6 runs behind.
Virat Kohli – A True Champion
This win meant a lot to Virat Kohli, who has been with RCB since the start of the IPL. He was calm, focused, and led the team from the front.
With this win, Kohli’s name is now written in golden letters in IPL history.
Match Summary
| Category | RCB | PBKS |
|---|---|---|
| Total Score | 190/9 (20 overs) | 184/7 (20 overs) |
| Top Scorer | Virat Kohli | Prabhsimran Singh |
| Best Bowler | Josh Hazlewood (3 wickets) | Kagiso Rabada (2 wickets) |
| Player of the Match | Virat Kohli | – |
Celebrations Across Bengaluru!
The city of Bengaluru celebrated like never before! Fans came out on the streets, danced, shouted slogans, and trended #EeSalaCupNamde—this time with pride, not jokes!
The IPL 2025 Final gave us everything—thrill, drama, heartbreak, and a fairytale ending. Congratulations to RCB and their fans. After years of waiting, you finally have your moment.