Jay Shah's Surprise Visit Sparks Excitement Ahead of IPL 2025 Final
Jay Shah's Arrival Creates Buzz
Just hours before the IPL 2025 championship clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS), a brief clip of ICC Chairman Jay Shah arriving at the RCB team hotel in Ahmedabad went viral on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter).
Although Jay Shah did not engage with the press or issue any statements, his discreet visit generated significant media attention. Fans quickly took to the platform to share memes and humorous comments. Some users remarked, "RCB's victory is guaranteed," while others joked about a supposed script leak for the IPL 2025 final.
The online community was filled with amusing posts, wild theories, and light-hearted banter, adding to the excitement surrounding the final match.
Fan Reactions to Jay Shah's Visit
Check out the video capturing Jay Shah's visit to the RCB team hotel:
Jay Shah spotted at the RCB team hotel pic.twitter.com/Xh38sEiecv
β RCBIANS OFFICIAL (@RcbianOfficial) June 3, 2025
Hereβs how fans reacted:
Jay Shah at RCB hotel today. Final winner is done. You know who is itππππ
β Yash (@YashCricOG) June 3, 2025
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ICC Chairman Jay Shah arrived to RCB hotel camp and written script off IPL Final 2025. pic.twitter.com/6wpNIUiequ
β Reena pandey (@reenapandeyjpr) June 3, 2025
Jay Shah in RCB hotel? Even destiny wants Virat to lift the trophy this time π
β RX (@TheReal_RX) June 3, 2025
The Significance of the RCB vs PBKS Final
The anticipation for this final match is at an all-time high, as neither Punjab Kings nor Royal Challengers Bengaluru has ever claimed the IPL trophy. RCB has reached the final three times in the past (2009, 2011, and 2016) but has not succeeded in winning. Meanwhile, Punjab Kings are making a return to the final after 11 years, their last appearance being in 2014 when they lost to Kolkata Knight Riders.
Both teams have shown impressive performances this season. RCB triumphed over PBKS in Qualifier 1, thanks to Phil Salt's explosive 56 runs. On the other hand, Punjab Kings secured their spot in the final by defeating Mumbai Indians, with captain Shreyas Iyer scoring an unbeaten 87.
After an exhilarating cricket season lasting over two months, all eyes are now on this decisive match. In 2022, Gujarat Titans, in their debut season, lifted the trophy, joining the ranks of MI, CSK, KKR, RR, and SRH as champions. This year, the Indian Premier League (IPL) is poised to crown a new champion.