RCB Clinches First IPL Title After 18 Years, Kohli Dedicates Victory to Former Teammates
In a thrilling finale, Royal Challengers Bangalore has finally claimed their first IPL title after an 18-year wait, defeating Punjab Kings by 6 runs. Captain Virat Kohli, overwhelmed with emotion, dedicated this historic victory to his former teammates, AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle. Kohli expressed the pain of past disappointments and the joy of achieving this milestone, promising to celebrate with the city of Bengaluru. This victory is not just a trophy but a celebration of dreams for RCB fans. Discover more about this unforgettable moment in cricket history.
Jun 4, 2025, 13:14 IST
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Historic Victory for Royal Challengers Bangalore
The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) achieved a monumental milestone by securing their first IPL title after an 18-year wait, defeating Punjab Kings by a narrow margin of 6 runs. Captain Virat Kohli, the hero of this victory, dedicated this significant moment to his former teammates, AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle. His eyes were filled with tears, reflecting a deep emotion that resonated with every RCB fan.
In an emotional statement, Kohli expressed, “Our team had immense talent and aggression, yet we could never cross that final hurdle. We all felt the pain because we dedicated our prime years to this franchise. AB, Chris, and I poured our hearts and souls into RCB. Today’s victory is even more special because they are here with us.”
Kohli also mentioned that upon returning to Bengaluru, they would celebrate this victory with the city. His voice radiated pride and enthusiasm as he entered the dressing room alongside the legendary AB de Villiers, creating an electrifying atmosphere. He praised RCB captain Rajat Patidar for his exceptional leadership, which united the team. Rajat not only devised strategies but also inspired every player to achieve this historic first trophy. Kohli's face beamed with pride, as if to say this victory is not just a trophy but a celebration of Bengaluru's dreams.
Celebrating with the City
“I’m going to feel the real side of it when we get to Bengaluru tomorrow and celebrate this with the city” - Virat Kohli ❤️🙌
— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) June 4, 2025
King Kohli walks into the dressing room with ABD, talks about Rajat’s leadership, Jitesh’s smartness, and the team coming together to achieve this… pic.twitter.com/aqLY7LHvvE
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