Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally ended their 18-year-long wait by clinching their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title, defeating Punjab Kings by 6 runs in a thrilling IPL 2025 Final. At the heart of it all was Virat Kohli, overcome with emotion after achieving the long-awaited milestone.
Kohli’s emotions were rushing out of his eyes even before RCB completed their triumph over Punjab Kings in Ahmedabad.
Moments after the final ball was bowled, Kohli ran straight to the boundary ropes to hug his wife, Anushka Sharma, celebrating a dream he had chased for nearly two decades. Earlier, he had already embraced his former RCB teammate and close friend AB de Villiers, who was in the stands in Ahmedabad to support the team. The hug between the two RCB greats brought back memories for fans who had seen them carry the franchise for years.
IPL 2025 Final, RCB vs PBKS: Highlights
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Kohli contributed a steady 43 off 35 balls on a tricky Narendra Modi Stadium pitch. While 191 never looked like a commanding total against PBKS’ in-form batting line-up, a disciplined bowling performance—led by Krunal Pandya’s 2/17 and Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s 2/38—helped RCB defend the score.
It wasn’t just the bowlers—RCB’s fielding unit was sharp and full of intent, playing a key role in securing the win. For Kohli, this triumph was more than just a trophy. After years of heartbreak, close finishes, and criticism, he finally led his beloved franchise to glory—cementing his legacy in red and gold.