The dream has been realised. The curse has been broken. The long, agonizing 18-year wait is finally over. Royal Challengers Bengaluru are the champions of IPL 2025! In a nerve-shredding final at the Narendra Modi Stadium, RCB defeated a valiant Punjab Kings (PBKS) by a mere 6 runs to clinch their maiden IPL trophy. The chant that began as a hopeful prayer, "Ee Sala Cup Namde," has finally become a triumphant reality.
For years, this team and its legion of loyal fans have endured heartbreak. But tonight, under the captaincy of Rajat Patidar, they held their nerve in the biggest moments and rewrote their history. Tears of joy flowed freely, most notably from the eyes of Virat Kohli, the franchise's eternal icon, who finally gets to lift the one trophy that had eluded him for so long.
How RCB Won the IPL 2025 Final: Match Highlights
The RCB vs PBKS final score of 190/9 to 184/7 tells the story of a thriller. After being put in to bat, RCB's innings was a collective effort. While no single player scored a half-century, every batter contributed. Virat Kohli anchored the innings with a crucial 43 (35), while quick-fire cameos from Rajat Patidar (26), Liam Livingstone (25), and Jitesh Sharma (24) propelled them to a competitive total of 190.
In response, Punjab Kings looked threatening, but RCB's bowlers delivered under immense pressure. The turning point came from an unlikely hero with the ball. Krunal Pandya delivered a masterful spell of 2/17 in his four overs, derailing the PBKS middle order.
The match went down to the wire, with a heroic late onslaught from PBKS's Shashank Singh (61* off 30) leaving them needing 28 runs from the final over. Rajat Patidar entrusted the ball to his experienced pacer, Josh Hazlewood. The Australian started with two priceless dot balls, and despite being hit for 22 runs off the final four deliveries, he had done just enough to seal a historic 6-run victory.
Player of the Match
While several players had a claim, Krunal Pandya was named the Player of the Match for his game-changing spell that stifled the Punjab Kings' chase and built the pressure that ultimately led to victory.
A Victory for the Ages
This wasn't just another win; it was a cultural moment. The IPL 2025 winner trophy in RCB's hands is a testament to their resilience, a new team-first strategy, and the unwavering support of their fans. From the auction strategy to the flawless execution on the field, this season was different. The streets of Bengaluru have erupted in celebration as the men in red and gold finally sit on the IPL throne.
The wait is over. The trophy is theirs. RCB are the IPL 2025 Champions.
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