Virat Kohli Celebrates Historic IPL Victory with Royal Challengers Bangalore

A Dream Realized: RCB's Triumph in IPL 2025

A well-known movie quote states, 'When you truly want something, the universe helps you achieve it.' This sentiment resonated with Virat Kohli as he dedicated himself to the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), culminating in the realization of his 17-year aspiration to win the IPL trophy on June 3, 2025. RCB triumphed over Punjab Kings by a narrow margin of 6 runs, marking their inaugural title win.

Following the victory, an emotional Kohli took to social media to express his feelings.

Virat Kohli's Heartfelt Instagram Post

Kohli shared celebratory images on Instagram, stating, "This team has made a dream come true; this season will remain unforgettable. We relished this journey over the past 2.5 months. This victory is dedicated to the RCB fans who stood by us during challenging times. It’s for all the heartbreak and disappointment we've faced over the years. This is for every effort our team has put forth on the field. As for the IPL trophy - you made me wait 18 years to lift you and celebrate, my friend, but it was absolutely worth the wait." His post quickly gained traction, amassing over 3 million likes within just half an hour.

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Match Summary: Punjab Kings vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore

In the IPL final held on June 3rd, RCB posted a total of 190 runs, losing a few wickets in their 20 overs, with Kohli contributing 43 runs. Punjab Kings responded with 184 runs for the loss of 7 wickets in their allotted overs. Shashank Singh delivered an impressive unbeaten performance, scoring 61 runs. Captain Shreyas Iyer was dismissed for just 1 run, sealing RCB's 6-run victory.

Virat Kohli's Remarkable IPL Journey

Kohli has been a loyal player for RCB for 18 years, amassing 8,661 runs across 267 matches, which includes 63 fifties and 8 centuries. His highest score stands at 113 runs. In the recent season, he scored 657 runs in 15 matches, with an unbeaten score of 73.