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| Punjab Kings batter acknowledges the crowd while RCB players celebrate a historic IPL 2025 victory. |
In a nail-biting finale at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) triumphed over Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 6 runs, clinching their first Indian Premier League (IPL) title after 18 seasons.
First Innings: RCB Posts Competitive Total
Batting first, RCB managed to put up a total of 190/9 in their allotted 20 overs. apnews.com+21en.wikipedia.org+21indiatimes.com+21
Virat Kohli: Top-scored with a steady 43 runs off 35 balls.
Rajat Patidar: Contributed 26 runs, providing stability in the middle order.
Liam Livingstone: Added a quick 25 runs, accelerating the innings.
Romario Shepherd: Chipped in with a brisk 17 off 9 balls towards the end.en.wikipedia.org+1thetimes.co.uk+1en.wikipedia.org
PBKS bowlers Arshdeep Singh and Kyle Jamieson were effective, each claiming 3 wickets and restricting RCB's scoring in the death overs.
Batting first, RCB managed to put up a total of 190/9 in their allotted 20 overs. apnews.com+21en.wikipedia.org+21indiatimes.com+21
Virat Kohli: Top-scored with a steady 43 runs off 35 balls.
Rajat Patidar: Contributed 26 runs, providing stability in the middle order.
Liam Livingstone: Added a quick 25 runs, accelerating the innings.
Romario Shepherd: Chipped in with a brisk 17 off 9 balls towards the end.en.wikipedia.org+1thetimes.co.uk+1en.wikipedia.org
PBKS bowlers Arshdeep Singh and Kyle Jamieson were effective, each claiming 3 wickets and restricting RCB's scoring in the death overs.
Second Innings: PBKS' Valiant Chase Falls Short
Chasing 191, PBKS started positively but lost momentum in the middle overs. thetimes.co.uk+16espncricinfo.com+16espncricinfo.com+16
Shashank Singh: Played a remarkable unbeaten knock of 61 runs off 30 balls, keeping PBKS in contention.
Josh Inglis: Scored a quick 39, providing early impetus.
Prabhsimran Singh: Contributed 26 runs at the top of the order.reuters.com+1en.wikipedia.org+1
RCB's bowlers held their nerve in the final overs, with Krunal Pandya and Bhuvneshwar Kumar taking 2 wickets each, ensuring PBKS finished at 184/7, just 6 runs short.
Chasing 191, PBKS started positively but lost momentum in the middle overs. thetimes.co.uk+16espncricinfo.com+16espncricinfo.com+16
Shashank Singh: Played a remarkable unbeaten knock of 61 runs off 30 balls, keeping PBKS in contention.
Josh Inglis: Scored a quick 39, providing early impetus.
Prabhsimran Singh: Contributed 26 runs at the top of the order.reuters.com+1en.wikipedia.org+1
RCB's bowlers held their nerve in the final overs, with Krunal Pandya and Bhuvneshwar Kumar taking 2 wickets each, ensuring PBKS finished at 184/7, just 6 runs short.
Celebrations and Emotional Highs:
The victory was a momentous occasion for RCB and their fans.
Virat Kohli: Overcome with emotion, Kohli dedicated the win to loyal fans and former teammates like AB de Villiers.
Rajat Patidar: Praised for his calm leadership in his debut season as captain, leading RCB to their maiden title.
Citywide Celebrations: Bengaluru erupted in joy, with fans celebrating across the city, turning the victory into a communal festival.
The victory was a momentous occasion for RCB and their fans.
Virat Kohli: Overcome with emotion, Kohli dedicated the win to loyal fans and former teammates like AB de Villiers.
Rajat Patidar: Praised for his calm leadership in his debut season as captain, leading RCB to their maiden title.
Citywide Celebrations: Bengaluru erupted in joy, with fans celebrating across the city, turning the victory into a communal festival.
Key Performances:
🏅 RCB Highlights:
Virat Kohli: 43 runs, anchoring the innings.
Rajat Patidar: 26 runs, providing middle-order stability.
Krunal Pandya: 2 wickets for 17 runs, crucial in the middle overs.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar: 2 wickets, effective in the death overs.reuters.com+2thetimes.co.uk+2en.wikipedia.org+2
Virat Kohli: 43 runs, anchoring the innings.
Rajat Patidar: 26 runs, providing middle-order stability.
Krunal Pandya: 2 wickets for 17 runs, crucial in the middle overs.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar: 2 wickets, effective in the death overs.reuters.com+2thetimes.co.uk+2en.wikipedia.org+2
PBKS Highlights:
Shashank Singh: Unbeaten 61 runs, nearly steering PBKS to victory.
Josh Inglis: 39 runs, setting the tone early.
Arshdeep Singh: 3 wickets, keeping RCB's total in check.
Kyle Jamieson: 3 wickets, impactful with the ball.
Shashank Singh: Unbeaten 61 runs, nearly steering PBKS to victory.
Josh Inglis: 39 runs, setting the tone early.
Arshdeep Singh: 3 wickets, keeping RCB's total in check.
Kyle Jamieson: 3 wickets, impactful with the ball.
Match Summary:
TeamScoreResultRCB 190/9 Won by 6 runs
PBKS 184/7 —
Conclusion:
RCB's triumph in the 2025 IPL final marks the end of an 18-year quest for the coveted title. The team's resilience, strategic gameplay, and standout performances culminated in a historic victory that will be cherished by fans and players alike.
TeamScoreResultRCB 190/9 Won by 6 runs
PBKS 184/7 —
Conclusion:
RCB's triumph in the 2025 IPL final marks the end of an 18-year quest for the coveted title. The team's resilience, strategic gameplay, and standout performances culminated in a historic victory that will be cherished by fans and players alike.
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