By Chirag - Jun 04, 2025 06:33 PM
Bengaluru, June 4 — Jubilant scenes unfolded across Bengaluru on Wednesday as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) returned home following their historic maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title win. After 18 years of anticipation, the team finally etched their name in IPL history by defeating Punjab Kings in a thrilling final at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium on June 3.
The victorious RCB squad, led by Rajat Patidar and featuring star batter Virat Kohli, landed at the HAL Airport around 1:30 PM. A sea of supporters gathered at the airport to greet the champions. Karnataka’s Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar was present to officially welcome the team on behalf of the state government.
From the airport, the team embarked on a celebratory procession to the Vidhana Soudha, the seat of Karnataka’s government. Fans thronged both sides of the road, waving flags, chanting slogans, and cheering the players with uncontainable excitement. Despite intermittent rain, the supporters’ spirits remained high, painting the city in RCB's iconic red and black.
Upon arrival at Vidhana Soudha, the team was felicitated by Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in a formal ceremony. The gesture recognized not only the team’s success but also the devotion of its fanbase, which has remained loyal through nearly two decades of near-misses and heartbreaks.
#WATCH | Bengaluru, Karnataka | A large number of #RoyalChallengersBengaluru fans have turned up to catch a glimpse of their champion team at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.
— ANI (@ANI) June 4, 2025
A special felicitation ceremony for all RCB players has been organised by the Karnataka State Cricket… pic.twitter.com/Kj8L3FB9Ii
The celebrations then moved to the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium — RCB’s fortress — where emotions ran high and the atmosphere turned electric. The stadium was packed to capacity with fans who had gathered since morning to be part of this momentous occasion. Social media was flooded with visuals of fans climbing walls and fences in a bid to catch a glimpse of their heroes.
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Given the massive turnout, Bengaluru Police had deployed large contingents along the procession route and at the stadium to ensure crowd safety. Despite the overwhelming numbers, the celebrations remained peaceful and well-coordinated.
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Please go home. Situation outside #chinnaswamystadium is out of control.
? 7 dead, 25+ injured in a stampede during RCB’s celebration.
Ambulances can't get through.
Watch the parade safely on TV. Your life matters more. pic.twitter.com/TyGmcKfVNm
To add to the emotional value of the day, RCB legends AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle were expected to be part of the celebrations. Their attendance not only thrilled fans but also symbolized the journey of a team that has evolved over the years, overcoming countless hurdles to finally lift the trophy.
RCB’s IPL 2025 win is more than just a sporting triumph — it is a testament to persistence, passion, and the power of unwavering fan support. As the city erupted in celebration, it was clear that this victory had united Bengaluru like never before, making June 4, 2025, a date to remember in the city’s sporting history.
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