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RCB’s First-Ever IPL Trophy Win: A 17-Year Dream Finally Realized Against Punjab Kings
Congratulations, RCB, on the 1st trophy!
Today proves that dreams do come true.
A memorable moment was created at the Narendra Modi Stadium, where Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 final, emerging victorious against the latter to claim their first-ever IPL title. After 17 seasons of heartbreak and unwavering support from their elated fans, RCB was able to finally emerge victorious.
This match was more than a mere cricket contest; it was a cathartic experience for everyone who supported the team throughout every so-called next year promise. It was destiny for Virat Kohli, who has been the soul of RCB.
And when the last ball was bowled, everyone in the stadiums and Virat Kohli said with AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle on interview time, “Ee Sala Cup Namdu!“
Match Summary: RCB Wins by 6 Runs
This game was quite close, with PBKS needing a last-minute push to reach 184. In the last over, things got heated, and both teams were on edge. In the end, RCB won the game by 6 runs. The final score was RCB 184/7 and PBKS 184/7. That level of sheer nail-biting tension is what every cricket fan dreams of.
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That level of sheer nail-biting tension is what every cricket fan dreams of. Every cricket fan dreams of experiencing such intense tension.
Punjab Kings Innings – 184/7 in 20 Overs
Even though they played well and Shashank Singh scored 26 runs in a hurry, PBKS still couldn’t catch up to the objective.
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Priyansh Arya | 24 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 126.32 |
| Prabhsimran Singh | 26 | 22 | 0 | 2 | 118.18 |
| Josh Inglis (wk) | 39 | 23 | 1 | 4 | 169.57 |
| Shreyas Iyer (c) | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Nehal Wadhera | 15 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 183.33 |
| Shashank Singh* | 61 | 30 | 3 | 6 | 203.33 |
| Marcus Stoinis | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 300.00 |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Kyle Jamieson* | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
Total: 184/7 (20 Ov)
Fall of Wickets: 43, 72, 79, 98, 136, 142, 145
Extras: 11Target Missed by: 6 runs
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Innings – 190/9 in 20 Overs
Kohli, Patidar, and Jitesh Sharma all made solid contributions to RCB’s innings.
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|
| Phil Salt | 16 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 177.78 |
| Virat Kohli | 43 | 35 | 3 | 0 | 122.86 |
| Mayank Agarawal | 24 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 133.33 |
| Rajat Patidar (c) | 26 | 16 | 1 | 2 | 162.50 |
| Livingstone | 25 | 15 | 0 | 2 | 166.67 |
| Jitesh Sharma (wk) | 24 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 240.00 |
| Romario Shepherd | 17 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 188.89 |
| Krunal Pandya | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 80.00 |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Yash Dayal* | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
Total: 190/9 (20 Ov)
Fall of Wickets: 18, 56, 96, 131, 167, 171, 188, 189, 190 Extras: 9
An Emotional High: Kohli in Tears
When the last over was bowled, the cameras caught Virat Kohli on his knees, shocked. Finally, his commitment, leadership, and legacy had a prize to match. Anushka Sharma, who was in the stands, was also clearly upset.
Man of the Match: Krunal Pandya
Krunal Pandya won the Man of the Match award for his great all-around play. His tight bowling—4 overs for only 17 runs and 2 critical wickets—was a big part of stopping PBKS’s momentum in the middle overs. His help gave RCB the control they needed most, which led to the franchise’s first title.
Final Word: RCB—Finally Champions!
Congratulations, RCB!
You didn’t only win a trophy; you won the hearts of millions. This win is for all of you, from those who watched the IPL final live to those who never missed a single RCB match live. Ee Sala Cup Namdu is no longer a meme—it’s a moment. To every RCB supporter who stayed strong over the years: This trophy is yours.
RCB has shown that patience pays off, devotion lasts, and dreams do come true, even if they take a long time.
Social Media Reactions
Hashtags trending worldwide:
- #RCBChampion2025
- #RCBvsPBKS
- #KohliLegacy
- #IPLFinal2025
- #RCBWin
Fans filled sites like Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube with emotional tributes, jokes, and screams of victory. Phil Salt and Romario Shepherd were two of the players that people looked up the most after the game.
For the live score visit Cricket scorecard – IPL | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Punjab Kings, Final, Indian Premier League 2025 | Cricbuzz.com
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