The drought is finally over! Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) emerged victorious in the IPL 2025 final against Punjab Kings (PBKS), winning by a narrow margin of 6 runs. This epic showdown on June 3, 2025 at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium will be remembered for generations as the night RCB finally lifted the coveted IPL trophy.

Full Scorecard – IPL 2025 Final (RCB vs PBKS)

RCB Batting:

• Virat Kohli: 43 (35) – A composed innings from the legend
• Rajat Patidar: 26 (22) – Captain's stability
• Romario Shepherd: 17 (9) – Crucial late blitz
• Total: 190/9 (20 overs)

PBKS Bowling Highlights:

• Arshdeep Singh: 3/34
• Kyle Jamieson: 3/38

PBKS Batting:

• Shashank Singh: 61* (30) – Lone warrior in chase
• Josh Inglis: 39 (27)
• Prabhsimran Singh: 28 (17)

RCB Bowling Highlights:

• Bhuvneshwar Kumar: 2/27 – Masterful at the death
• Krunal Pandya: 2/30

Match-Turning Moments

• Early stability provided by Kohli's classic innings
• Shepherd's late sixes that lifted RCB to 190
• Bhuvi's sensational final over defending 14 runs

Emotional Kohli & Fans' Dream Come True

Virat Kohli was overcome with emotion, teary-eyed and speechless, as years of dedication finally paid off. Social media exploded with clips of this iconic moment as fans around the world shared the joy.

Why This Win Means So Much

For RCB fans, this is not just a cricket trophy. It's:

• Closure for the heartbreaks of 2009, 2011, and 2016 finals
• A tribute to AB de Villiers' loyalty
• A redemption arc for Virat Kohli
• A validation of 17 years of support and memes

City of Bengaluru Erupts in Celebrations

Streets in Bengaluru came alive with dance, firecrackers, and chants of “Ee Sala Cup Namde!” as fans celebrated RCB’s fairytale win. The city witnessed one of its most euphoric nights in recent memory.

Rajat Patidar's Post-Match Words

Season Highlights – RCB in IPL 2025

• Most Runs: Virat Kohli – 657 runs
• Most Wickets: Josh Hazlewood – 22 wickets
• Emerging Star: Mahipal Lomror
• Fairplay Award: RCB

Final Words

This wasn't just a cricket match – it was a moment of redemption for millions. RCB’s journey from underachievers to champions shows the power of belief and consistency. To every fan who never gave up – this victory is yours.

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