In a moment that will be etched in cricketing history, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clinched their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title in 2025, ending an 18-year-long wait. The victory was not just a testament to the team's resilience but also a culmination of years of perseverance, especially for stalwart Virat Kohli.
The Final Showdown: RCB vs Punjab Kings
The grand finale took place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, where RCB faced off against the Punjab Kings. Opting to bat first, RCB posted a competitive total of 190/9. Virat Kohli anchored the innings with a crucial 43 runs off 35 balls, while contributions from Mayank Agarwal and others bolstered the team's score .
Punjab Kings, in their chase, showed promise with Shashank Singh's unbeaten 61 off 30 balls and Josh Inglis's 39. However, RCB's bowling attack, led by Krunal Pandya and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, held their nerve in the death overs. Pandya's pivotal wickets and Kumar's double strike in a single over turned the tide, restricting Punjab to 184/7 and securing a six-run victory for RCB .
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