IPL 2025 Final: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Clinch First-Ever Trophy

Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their maiden IPL title by defeating Punjab Kings by six runs in the 2025 final at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. This victory marked a significant milestone for both the franchise and its stalwart, Virat Kohli, who has been with RCB since the league’s inception in 2008.

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RCB’s journey to their first IPL title was marked by consistent performances throughout the season. Finishing second in the league stage, they secured a spot in the final by defeating PBKS in Qualifier 1. In the championship match, RCB posted a total of 190/9, with Kohli contributing a steady 43 runs off 35 balls. Despite a challenging target, PBKS managed 184/7, falling short by six runs.

Key Performances

• Virat Kohli: Scored 43 runs in the final, bringing his season total to 657 runs, making him the third-highest run-scorer of IPL 2025.
  
• Krunal Pandya: Delivered a match-winning bowling performance with figures of 2/17 in four overs, earning him the Player of the Match award.
  
• Bhuvneshwar Kumar: Contributed with two crucial wickets, helping to restrict PBKS during their chase.

The victory was especially poignant for Kohli, who was visibly emotional post-match. He dedicated the win to former RCB legends AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle, acknowledging their contributions to the team’s journey. Celebrations erupted across Bengaluru, with fans chanting “Ee Sala Cup Namdu” (This year, the cup is ours), marking the end of a long-standing title drought.