Virat Kohli’s eyes filled with tears as victory approached. This great player & RCB had to wait 18 years to win the IPL title.
Virat Kohli was visibly emotional after Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won their maiden IPL title on June 3, 2025, defeating Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 final at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. The victory ended RCB’s 18-year wait for the trophy. Kohli, who scored 43 off 35 in RCB’s total of 190/9, was seen with tears in his eyes during the post-match celebrations, reflecting on the long journey and the significance of the triumph for the franchise and its fans.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won their first Indian Premier League (IPL) title in 2025, defeating Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 6 runs in the final on June 3, 2025, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. RCB posted 190/9, and PBKS finished at 184/7 in their 20 overs. This victory marked the end of RCB’s 17-year wait for an IPL trophy, having previously finished as runners-up in 2009, 2011, and 2016. Led by captain Rajat Patidar and coached by Andy Flower, RCB’s campaign was defined by consistency, with standout performances from players like Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, and Josh Hazlewood. The team also made history by winning all their away games in the season.