By Chirag - Jun 04, 2025 04:00 PM
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have cancelled their much-anticipated open-bus victory parade, originally scheduled for Wednesday, following concerns over severe traffic congestion in the city. The decision comes a day after RCB clinched their maiden IPL title with a thrilling six-run win over Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
RCB’s IPL 2025 triumph ended an 18-year-long title drought, sparking celebrations across Bengaluru and among fans worldwide. The team had planned a large open-bus procession from Vidhana Soudha to M Chinnaswamy Stadium to celebrate the accomplishment.
However, city officials and RCB management jointly decided to cancel the roadshow after assessing the traffic situation in central Bengaluru. The already congested roads, especially around the Central Business District (CBD), were deemed unsuitable for a large-scale procession.
In place of the parade, RCB will now host a fan felicitation event at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. The event will allow fans to celebrate with the team in a more controlled environment.
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Before the stadium event, RCB players and team officials will meet Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah at Vidhana Soudha as part of the state’s formal recognition of their historic IPL victory.
Authorities have issued an advisory to manage the expected crowd and minimize disruptions:
Despite the cancellation of the roadshow, the festive spirit remains undeterred. Banners, fan rallies, and chants continue to flood the city as thousands prepare to gather at the stadium and cheer for a team that finally brought home the IPL trophy.
#CricketWithTOI | The open bus parade for the #IPL triumphant #RCB has been cancelled in #Bengaluru.
— The Times Of India (@timesofindia) June 4, 2025
The celebrations will now go ahead at the #ChinnaswamyStadium between 5-6 PM. pic.twitter.com/zWfvXHFDxD
RCB’s long-awaited triumph has ignited a wave of pride and emotion in Bengaluru. The felicitation event promises to be a night to remember, as fans get a chance to honour the heroes who ended nearly two decades of waiting.
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