Bengaluru has made history by winning their first-ever IPL title! They defeated Punjab in a thrilling final to secure the trophy. This victory marks a major milestone for the team and their fans, celebrating their long-awaited championship win.
Bengaluru Wins Their First IPL Title After Years of Waiting
After 18 long years of trying, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have finally become IPL champions! In a thrilling final against Punjab Kings, Bengaluru won by just 6 runs and lifted the trophy for the very first time in IPL history. This victory was extra special for Virat Kohli, who had been with the team since the beginning in 2008.
A Long Journey Full of Heartbreaks
From 2008 to 2025, Bengaluru was always seen as one of the strongest teams in the Indian Premier League. They had big names like Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers, and Chris Gayle over the years, but still couldn’t win the title.
- Three times they reached the final before this year.
- Three times they lost and left their fans heartbroken.
But this time, everything changed. Finally, dreams came true for Bengaluru fans!
Final Match Highlights – Bengaluru vs Punjab
The IPL 2025 final was played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The crowd was electric, and some very special guests were in attendance:
- Former British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak
- Former RCB stars AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle
Their presence made the night even more special.
RCB’s Batting – 190/9
Bengaluru lost the toss and were sent in to bat first. They made 190 runs for the loss of 9 wickets. The key performer was:
- Virat Kohli: 43 runs (top scorer)
Other batters also chipped in with small but useful scores. It wasn’t a massive total, but it was enough for a fighting chance.
Punjab’s Chase Falls Just Short
Punjab Kings had a tough target of 191 runs to win their first title. But their slow start made the task harder.
Punjab’s Batting Performance:
- Priyansh Arya: 24 off 19 balls
- Prabhsimran Singh: 26 off 22 balls
- Josh Inglis: 39 off 23 balls
- Captain Shreyas Iyer: Out for just 1 run
- Nehal Wadhera: 15 off 18 balls
- Marcus Stoinis: Out after hitting just one six
- Azmatullah Omarzai: Scored only 1
- Kyle Jamieson: Not out on 2
The only real hero for Punjab was Shashank Singh. He fought hard till the end.
Shashank’s Late Fightback:
- Not out on 61 off 30 balls
- Hit 6 sixes and 3 fours
- Scored 22 runs in the last 4 balls of the match
- Needed 29 in the last over but couldn’t finish the job
If the first two balls of that final over weren’t dot balls, Punjab might have won.
Krunal Pandya – Hero of the Final
While Shashank impressed everyone with his late fight, it was Krunal Pandya from Bengaluru who was named the Man of the Final. He bowled brilliantly and took:
- 2 wickets for just 17 runs
His bowling stopped Punjab from chasing the target, especially during the middle overs.
A Night to Remember for Virat Kohli and RCB Fans
For Virat Kohli, this win is more than just a trophy. It’s a reward for years of loyalty, leadership, and hard work. Fans have supported him and the team through thick and thin.
With this win:
- Bengaluru are now IPL champions for the first time
- The 18-year wait is finally over
- A new chapter begins for the team
The celebrations have just started in Bengaluru and among fans all over the world!
Final Score:
- RCB: 190/9
- Punjab Kings: 184 all out
- Result: Bengaluru won by 6 runs
