By Guest - Jun 04, 2025 08:55 PM
It's finally “E Sala Cup Namdu” after years of heartbreak! The IPL 2025 season concluded with RCB lifting their maiden trophy after an 18-year wait by defeating PBKS by 6 runs. This victory came after a long 6,574 days since RCB’s inception in 2008, making it one of the most special finals in IPL history. After their women's team won the WPL in 2024, the men’s team can finally say, “E Sala Cup Namdu,” not “E Sala Cup Namde,” anymore. This win not only broke the jinx but also fulfilled the dreams of over 6.1 crore loyal RCBians across India.
RCB won the 18th IPL Season on 03/06/2025 (sum up - 18), Virat Kohli’s jersey number is 18, and his total score this season was 657 (sum up - 18). So, you can say, this win was written by the almighty himself!!
The 2025 IPL Final at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium was special, which featured two teams fighting for their first title. According to the summary, PBKS, led by captain Shreyas Iyer, won the toss and opted to bowl first.
While batting first, Royal Challengers Bengaluru lost their opener, Phil Salt (16), early. Virat Kohli took charge of the innings with a composed 43 off 35 balls. Crucial contributions from Mayank Agarwal (24), Rajat Patidar (26), Jitesh Sharma (24), and a small cameo by Romario Shepherd (17 off 9) helped RCB post a total of 190/9 in their 20 overs.
While chasing a target of 191 for victory, Punjab Kings had a steady start with Priyansh Arya (24) and Prabhsimran Singh (26), followed by Josh Inglis (39), laying a solid foundation. However, with great bowling performances from RCB’s bowlers, they couldn’t make any substantial partnerships as skipper Shreyas Iyer was out by scoring just 1 run.
Shashank Singh's unbeaten 61 off 30 balls gave a new hope for PBKS, but disciplined bowling from Krunal Pandya (2/17) and Bhuvneshwar Kumar (2/38) cemented RCB’s win. PBKS fell short, finishing at 184/7, handing RCB a narrow 6-run victory and registering their name on the IPL winners list for the first time.
Suryakumar Yadav (MI) was awarded the Player of the Tournament, and Krunal Pandya (RCB) became the Player of the Match for his amazing bowling spell of 17 runs and 2 wickets.
This victory will be remembered for ages as it holds great significance for RCB and particularly for Virat Kohli. He is one of the few players who have been with the team since the IPL’s inception in 2008.
Kohli has been the face of RCB for 18 seasons and has proved multiple times in history why he is considered one of the Greatest of All Time. Despite all records, including being the highest run-scorer in IPL history and scoring over 9000 runs for a single team, he had never won an IPL title, which ended with this iconic victory.
In the 2025 season, Virat Kohli again proved his loyalty to RCB by scoring 657 runs and becoming the Orange Cap holder multiple times during the league. His 43-run contribution in the final was crucial in setting a competitive total. Beyond the numbers, this win symbolizes his perseverance, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the team.
Kohli's emotional celebration after the match showed how dearly he wanted this victory. He was seen dancing and expressing sheer joy, which resonated with fans worldwide. It wasn't just a win; it was the realization of a dream nurtured over nearly two decades.
RCB’s win in the IPL 2025 final is a result of complete teamwork and the undying spirit of its players and fans around the globe. They were the only team this season where each match had a different Player of the Match, showing how every individual contributed to the team’s success. After 18 years of near misses and heartbreaks, the team finally etched its name on the IPL trophy. For RCBians, this victory is not just a title; it's the fulfillment of a long-cherished dream.
As the celebrations continue, one thing is clear: "E Sala Cup Namde Namdu" is no longer a hopeful chant; it has become a reality.
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