# IPL Final: RCB – Champions at Last

By vermavkv on June 4, 2025 • ( 4 )

The 18-Year Wait Ends in an IPL Final for the Ages

Yes, It finally happened.

After years of heartbreaks, near misses, and endless memes, the moment every Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fan has been dreaming of came true on a glorious

Tuesday night—RCB are the IPL champions for the first time ever, clinching a heart-stopping six-run victory over Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 final.

As the last ball was bowled and the stadium erupted, Virat Kohli dropped to his knees, overwhelmed by emotions.

The man who gave RCB his youth, his prime, his heart and soul, could finally lift the one trophy that had eluded him for 18 long seasons.

“This win is as much for the fans as it is for the team. I’ve tried to win it every season, and I gave it everything I have. To finally have the IPL title is an unbelievable feeling,” said a visibly emotional Kohli after the victory.

💥 The Match That Made History

The much-anticipated final at a packed stadium began with RCB batting first. However, the innings didn’t start on a high note.

Phil Salt departed early for just 16, with the score at 18. The crowd was stunned into silence, but not for long.

Mayank Agarwal (24) and Virat Kohli (43) steadied the ship with a composed 38-run partnership. Kohli, in his signature style, kept the scoreboard ticking with graceful drives and smart singles. J

ust as the duo looked set, Yuzvendra Chahal, playing against his former team, struck gold by dismissing Agarwal.

Captain Rajat Patidar (26) joined Kohli and stitched a 40-run partnership, taking the score to 131 before Kohli fell—just 7 runs short of a well-deserved half-century.

The innings stumbled slightly, but a quickfire 36-run cameo by Liam Livingstone (25) and Jitesh Sharma (24) brought life back into the RCB innings. A final push by Romario Shepherd (17 off 9) lifted the team to a competitive total of 190 for 9.

Arshdeep Singh shone for Punjab with a three-wicket haul, applying late-innings pressure that prevented RCB from crossing the 200-run mark.

🎯 Punjab Kings’ Fightback – Almost There, Yet So Far

Wickets began tumbling at regular intervals, as the pressure of a big final slowly started to weigh down Punjab’s middle order.

Chasing 191 for victory, Punjab Kings started cautiously. Their openers Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya looked in fine touch, playing attractive shots and rotating the strike well. But RCB’s bowlers turned up the heat.

Only Shashank Singh showed grit and determination, holding one end with a fighting knock, while others fell around him.

The unsung hero of the night? Krunal Pandya, whose miserly spell of 4-0-17-2 choked Punjab’s momentum in the middle overs.

Despite a valiant effort from Josh Inglis and late boundaries from Livingstone, Punjab fell short. They could only manage 184/7 in their 20 overs, giving RCB a six-run victory that will echo through IPL history.

💫 The Emotional Climax – Kohli’s Redemption

For Virat Kohli, this was not just a win—it was a release. A journey that began in 2008 finally found its fairytale ending. T

he man who has led from the front, who has weathered criticism, and who became the heartbeat of RCB, finally has an IPL trophy to his name.

“I never thought this day would come. I was overcome with emotion after the last ball was bowled,” Kohli confessed, his voice choked with joy.

It wasn’t just Kohli who celebrated. Across the country and even abroad, RCB fans erupted in joy—some crying, some dancing, and many simply unable to believe their team had finally broken the curse.

🔥 A Final for the Ages – Stats & Highlights

🏏 RCB: 190/9
🔥 Punjab Kings: 184/7
⭐ Man of the Match: Krunal Pandya
🎯 Top Scorer: Virat Kohli (43)
💣 Best Bowler: Arshdeep Singh (3 wickets)

The Legacy of IPL

Since its inception in 2008, the IPL has been a cauldron of magic, madness, and memories. With every season, it throws up new heroes, incredible finishes, and unmatched passion.

But what makes it truly special are moments like this—when a team’s 18-year struggle ends in glory, when legends like Kohli get the send-off they deserve.

This final also highlights why IPL is the most-watched T20 league in the world. It’s not just cricket. It’s emotion. It’s identity. It’s family.

🥳 What This Means for Fans

To every RCB supporter who stood by their team through thick and thin, who wore their red jersey with pride even after heartbreaking seasons—this win is for you. To those who never gave up hope, who painted banners with Ee Sala Cup Namde—your dream is now a reality.

Final Words

As fireworks lit up the sky and red flags waved across the stadium, a chapter closed. But it also marked a new beginning for Royal Challengers Bengaluru—as IPL champions.

Cricket gave us a night to remember. And in the hearts of millions, the chant will echo forever:

“RCB! RCB! Champions at last!”