Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have finally clinched their first-ever IPL title in 2025, ending an 18-year wait. In a thrilling final at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium, RCB defeated Punjab Kings by 6 runs to secure the championship.

🗣️ Virat Kohli (RCB)

“This win is as much for the fans as it is for the team. It’s been 18 long years. I’ve given this team my youth, my prime, my experience. Every single season, I’ve walked out with a heart full of hope and a mind obsessed with victory. To finally have this moment… it’s beyond belief.”

Kohli also dedicated the victory to former teammates AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle, stating, “This is equally theirs too.”

🧢 Rajat Patidar (RCB Captain)

“Virat Kohli deserves it more than anyone else.”

🏅 Krunal Pandya (Player of the Match)

Krunal Pandya’s stellar bowling performance earned him the Player of the Match award. His brother, Hardik Pandya, was seen in tears as Krunal lifted the IPL trophy.

👏 Sachin Tendulkar (Cricket Legend)

“Fitting that jersey No. 18 lifts the trophy.

🎉 Anand Mahindra (Industrialist)

Anand Mahindra celebrated Kohli’s first IPL win in 18 years, emphasizing the triumph as a symbol of resilience and loyalty.

RCB’s historic win