After 18 seasons of near misses and heartbreaks, Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally clinched their maiden IPL title in 2025, defeating Punjab Kings by six runs in an entertaining final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. This season was marked by stellar individual performances and unforgettable moments. Here’s our pick for the IPL 2025 Team of the Tournament, celebrating the players who made the biggest impact.
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Openers
1. Sai Sudharsan (Gujarat Titans)
The Orange Cap winner, Sudharsan, amassed 759 runs, showcasing consistency and flair at the top of the order.
2. Virat Kohli (Royal Challengers Bengaluru)
Kohli’s 657 runs were pivotal in RCB’s title run, marking his best season since 2016.
Middle Order
3. Nicholas Pooran (Lucknow Super Giants)
Known for his explosive batting, Pooran’s contributions were vital in the middle overs.
4. Suryakumar Yadav (Mumbai Indians)
With 717 runs and the Most Valuable Player award, Yadav’s aggressive batting was instrumental in MI’s campaign.
5. Rajat Patidar (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) – Captain
Leading RCB to their first title, Patidar’s leadership and crucial knocks were commendable.
Wicketkeeper
6. Jitesh Sharma (Royal Challengers Bengaluru)
With 20 dismissals, Sharma was reliable behind the stumps and contributed valuable runs
All-Rounder
7. Krunal Pandya (Royal Challengers Bengaluru)
His all-around performance, especially the 2/17 in the final, earned him the Player of the Match award.
Bowlers
8. Josh Hazlewood (Royal Challengers Bengaluru)
With 22 wickets, Hazlewood was RCB’s leading wicket-taker, delivering in crucial moments
9. Prasidh Krishna (Gujarat Titans)
The Purple Cap holder, Krishna, took 25 wickets, leading the bowling charts.
10. Noor Ahmad (Chennai Super Kings)
Ahmad’s 24 wickets made him a standout spinner in the tournament.11. Arshdeep Singh (Punjab Kings)
With 21 wickets, Arshdeep was instrumental in PBKS’s journey to the final
11. Arshdeep Singh (Punjab Kings)
With 21 wickets, Arshdeep was instrumental in PBKS’s journey to the final
Honourable Mentions
Shashank Singh (Punjab Kings): His unbeaten 61 in the final showcased his potential.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi (Rajasthan Royals): Awarded the Striker of the Season for his impactful innings.
IPL 2025 was a season of redemption and new beginnings. RCB’s maiden title win, powered by stellar performances from both seasoned players and emerging talents, added a new chapter to the league’s rich history. As teams regroup and strategise for the next season, fans can look forward to more thrilling cricketing action.
