RCB defeated PBKS by 6 runs in the IPL 2025 final on Tuesday.
After 18 seasons filled with heartbreaks, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally clinched their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title on Tuesday (June 3).
RCB edged out Punjab Kings (PBKS) by six runs in a thrilling IPL 2025 final at the Narendra Modi Stadium, sending fans into wild celebration.
RCB’s triumph also triggered social media frenzy, with the team's former owner Vijay Mallya expressing his delight on X.
Mallya is the man behind RCB, having first become the franchise owner in the inaugural edition of the tournament in 2008. It was Mallya who had signed Virat Kohli for the team, before roping in other legends such as AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle.
"RCB are IPL Champions finally after 18 years. Superb campaign right through the 2025 tournament. A well balanced team Playing Bold with outstanding coaching and support staff. Many congratulations! Ee sala cup namde !!," Mallya tweeted.
In another post, Vijay Mallya wrote: "When I founded RCB it was my dream that the IPL trophy should come to Bengaluru. I had the privilege of picking the legendary King Kohli as a youngster and it is remarkable that he has stayed with RCB for 18 years. I also had the honour of picking Chris Gayle the Universe Boss and Mr 360 AB DeVillers who remain an indelible part of RCB history. Finally, the IPL trophy arrives in Bengaluru. Congratulations and thanks again to all who made my dream come true. RCB fans are the very best and they deserve the IPL trophy. Ee Sala Cup Bengaluru baruthe!"
Coming to the title clash, RCB posted 190/9 on the board after being asked to bat first. While Virat Kohli was the top scorer with 35-ball 43, the likes of Rajat Patidar (26 off 16), Liam Livingstone (25 off 15) and Jitesh Sharma (24 off 10) made valuable contributions with the bat.
Defending the total, Bhuvneshwar Kumar (2-38 in 4 overs) and Krunal Pandya (2-17 in 4 overs) bowled magical spells to stop PBKS at 184/7 in 20 overs.