RCB finally wins the IPL trophy! Virat Kohli gets emotional, fans cry, Punjab Kings collapse—read the complete story of the most unforgettable IPL final.
For 17 long years, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) were the ultimate meme material. “Ee Sala Cup Namde” was not a slogan—it was a prayer. And in IPL 2025, that prayer was finally answered. Virat Kohli, the heart and soul of RCB, lifted the IPL trophy for the first time, and the internet exploded with joy, tears, and laughter.
The final match between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and RCB was not just a cricket game. It was a full-blown Bollywood drama with action, emotion, heartbreak, and a happy ending (for one team at least!).
Match Summary (Final at Chennai):
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | IPL 2025 Final |
| Venue | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| Date | June 2, 2025 |
| Toss | PBKS won, chose to bat |
| PBKS Innings | 174/7 in 20 overs |
| RCB Innings | 176/4 in 19.1 overs |
| Winner | RCB won by 6 wickets |
| Player of the Match | Virat Kohli (82* off 51 balls) |
Punjab’s Power Start… and Sudden Breakdown:
PBKS started strong. Shikhar Dhawan looked like a vintage hero with elegant shots, and Liam Livingstone brought the firepower. But just as fans started tweeting “PBKS gonna win this,” RCB’s bowlers said “Not today!”
PBKS Batting Highlights:
| Player | Runs | Balls | 4s/6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shikhar Dhawan | 48 | 36 | 6/1 | 133.33 |
| Liam Livingstone | 41 | 25 | 3/3 | 164.00 |
| Prabhsimran Singh | 22 | 18 | 2/1 | 122.22 |
RCB’s bowlers kept things tight. Mohammed Siraj bowled like a man possessed and Karn Sharma tricked the batters with his spin. Punjab ended with 174/7—a good total, but maybe not good enough.
Kohli Unleashed: The Chase Begins
The chase was led by none other than Virat Kohli—a man who has tasted every emotion in IPL except victory. From the first ball, it was clear: he was not going to let this one slip.
RCB Batting Highlights:
| Player | Runs | Balls | 4s/6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | 82* | 51 | 9/2 | 160.78 |
| Faf du Plessis | 33 | 22 | 4/1 | 150.00 |
| Rajat Patidar | 26 | 17 | 3/1 | 152.94 |
Kohli didn’t just score runs—he owned the moment. His fist pumps, his roars, his intense eyes—he was playing not just with bat and brain, but with heart.
Kohli didn’t just score runs—he owned the moment. His fist pumps, his roars, his intense eyes—he was playing not just with bat and brain, but with heart.