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IPL 2025 champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru received a hero’s welcome in the city, greeted by fans and leaders, with celebrations planned despite traffic hurdles.

IPL 2025 champions RCB arrive in Bengaluru to rousing welcome

IPL 2025 champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru received a hero&rsquo;s welcome in the city, greeted by fans and leaders, with celebrations planned despite traffic hurdles.

The newly-crowned IPL champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru team touched base at the Garden City on Wednesday afternoon amid a roaring welcome from waiting fans, who lined up the streets to catch a glimpse of the star-studded side.
The Rajat Patidar-led team was received by state's Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar at the airport.
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En route to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's office at the Vidhana Soudha, the fans assembled on both sides of the road cheered the triumphant squad with gusto.
RCB defeated Punjab Kings by six runs in the IPL final at Ahmedabad on Tuesday to clinch their maiden title in 18 years. It was another major achievement for the side's talisman Virat Kohli, who has only played for this franchise since the league's inception.
After the appointment with the CM, the RCB players will head to the M Chinnaswamy Stadium for a fan engagement programme.
However, the much-anticipated open-top bus parade from Vidhana Soudha to the stadium might not take place because of traffic congestion, as per a tweet by the Bengaluru Traffic Police.
The rainy weather in the city too might have forced the authorities to take such a call apart from the challenge they faced in containing the crowd movement last night after RCB's victory.
However, the parade may still happen if the chief minister gives a special permission, as the open bus is parked near his office.&nbsp;

IPL 2025 concluded with standout individual performances as Sai Sudharsan bagged multiple awards, Suryakumar Yadav claimed MVP, and Prasidh Krishna took the Purple Cap.

IPL 2025 awards: Orange Cap, Purple Cap and MVP winners announced – Full list inside

IPL 2025 concluded with standout individual performances as Sai Sudharsan bagged multiple awards, Suryakumar Yadav claimed MVP, and Prasidh Krishna took the Purple Cap.

The IPL 2025 season concluded with Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinching a memorable victory over Punjab Kings in the final.&nbsp;
Krunal Pandya was named the Final&rsquo;s player of the match for the second time, thanks to his outstanding defensive spin bowling performance, finishing with figures of 2-17.&nbsp;
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RCB captain Rajat Patidar lifted the trophy, but the night was also marked by a range of individual and team awards, reflecting performances across all 74 matches of the tournament.
Below is the complete list of awards presented on the night for IPL 2025:
Most Valuable Player: Suryakumar Yadav (Mumbai Indians)
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The MVP award went to Indian T20I captain and Mumbai Indians star batter Suryakumar Yadav, who scored 717 runs at an average of 65 and a strike rate of 168, showcasing remarkable consistency throughout the tournament.
Orange Cap: Sai Sudharsan (Gujarat Titans) &mdash; 759 runs
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Sai Sudharsan earned the Orange Cap after a terrific season, scoring six half-centuries and one century on his way to 759 runs at the top of GT&rsquo;s strong top three. Sudharsan was not done collecting awards that night.
Purple Cap: Prasidh Krishna (Gujarat Titans) &mdash; 25 wickets
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Gujarat Titans secured both the Orange and Purple Caps, with Prasidh Krishna making a phenomenal comeback after missing two years, taking 25 wickets in 15 games.
Emerging Player of the Year: Sai Sudharsan (Gujarat Titans) &mdash; 759 runs
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The 23-year-old Sudharsan also received the Emerging Player award for his outstanding performances, a campaign that earned him recognition and a call-up to the Indian Test team.
Super Striker of the Season: Vaibhav Suryavanshi (Rajasthan Royals)
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Rajasthan Royals&rsquo; emerging power-hitter Vaibhav Suryavanshi left a big mark in his debut season, winning the Super Striker of the Season award. He maintained a phenomenal strike-rate of 206.56, showcasing his ability to accelerate and finish innings with impact.
Most Sixes: Nicholas Pooran (Lucknow Super Giants) &mdash; 40 sixes
Most Fours: Sai Sudharsan (Gujarat Titans) &mdash; 88 fours
Most Dot Balls: Mohammed Siraj (Gujarat Titans) &mdash; 151 dot balls
Catch of the Season: Kamindu Mendis (Sunrisers Hyderabad) vs Dewald Brevis
Fairplay Award: Chennai Super Kings
Fantasy King of the Season: Sai Sudharsan (Gujarat Titans) &mdash; 1495 points

RCB wins its first IPL title after 18 years, defeating Punjab Kings in a thrilling final. Celebrating Virat Kohli's loyalty and Vijay Mallya's foundational legacy.

RCB Wins First IPL Title in 18-Year Quest

RCB secured their first IPL championship, defeating Punjab Kings in a close finish. The triumph marks a poignant milestone, reflecting the unwavering journey and contributions of key figures like Virat Kohli and former owner Vijay Mallya.

RCB claims its first-ever IPL title after an 18-year wait, beating Punjab Kings by six runs in Ahmedabad. Celebrated for resilience, the win honors former owner Vijay Mallya's vision and Virat Kohli's enduring loyalty.

Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru owner Vijay Mallya recalled picking a young Virat Kohli 18 seasons ago in the players auction and said it was remarkable to witness the maestro staying loyal to the franchise, which has finally won a long-awaited IPL trophy.
RCB defeated Punjab Kings by six runs in the IPL final in Ahmedabad on Tuesday to end their long wait in the 18th edition of the tournament. "When I founded RCB it was my dream that the IPL trophy should come to Bengaluru. I had the privilege of picking the legendary King Kohli as a youngster and it is remarkable that he has stayed with RCB for 18 years," Mallya wrote in a post on 'X'. RCB, which was bought by Mallya for USD 111.6 million back in 2008, picked Kohli in the inaugural IPL auction in January 2008, and the batting superstar has only played for the Bengaluru-based franchise since then. The UK-based Mallya lost ownership of the franchise in 2016 after defaulting on bank loans. The team is now completely owned by United Spirits.
Mallya is, however, credited with playing major a role in signing the cricketing giants like AB de Villiers, Chris Gayle, Jacques Kallis, and Anil Kumble among others for RCB.
"I also had the honour of picking Chris Gayle the Universe Boss and Mr 360 AB DeVillers who remain an indelible part of RCB history. Finally, the IPL trophy arrives in Bengaluru.
"Congratulations and thanks again to all who made my dream come true. RCB fans are the very best and they deserve the IPL trophy. Ee Sala Cup Bengaluru baruthe ! (This year, the cup is ours)," Mallya wrote.
The liquor baron, who is accused of defaulting on loans worth several crores from Indian banks, including the State Bank of India (SBI), congratulated the entire RCB team management for the triumph. "RCB are IPL Champions finally after 18 years. Superb campaign right through the 2025 tournament. A well balanced team Playing Bold with outstanding coaching and support staff. Many congratulations ! Ee sala cup namde !!"

Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Punjab Kings by six runs in the IPL 2025 final, ending their long title drought with standout performances from Virat Kohli and Krunal Pandya.

IPL 2025 Final: Royal Challengers Bengaluru crowned IPL champions

Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Punjab Kings by six runs in the IPL 2025 final, ending their long title drought with standout performances from Virat Kohli and Krunal Pandya.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Virat Kohli washed away 18 years of hurt and disappointment on a dream Tuesday night, conquering Punjab Kings by six runs to lift their maiden Indian Premier League title at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday.&nbsp;
The final turned out to be a battle of nerves and RCB certainly channelled their years of disappointment and pain to come back roaring in the contest and seal a commanding victory.
A partisan crowd did not give up on RCB even as they struggled to find the flourish with the bat and ended up posting a total of 190/9 with superstar Kohli making a laborious 35-ball 43.
At the break, RCB&rsquo;s total did not look enough but a persistent effort from their bowlers made the scoreboard pressure ultimately work in their favour.
With 29 needed off the final over, RCB's win was sealed when Josh Hazlewood bowled the second dot ball on the trot. Shashank Singh struck a valiant 61 not out off 30 balls (3x4s, 6x6s), but his effort came far too late as Punjab Kings ended at 184 for seven.
Josh Hazlewood provided the first breakthrough, Krunal Pandya bowled a dream spell of 4-0-17-2 in a summit clash but it was Romario Shepherd&rsquo;s dismissal of PBKS&rsquo; gun captain Shreyas Iyer that finally indicated which way the game was headed.
All it took was an innocuous delivery outside off to see the back of the most dangerous batter in the final as Iyer, coming off a terrific knock in Qualifier 2, edged it behind off Shepherd and walked back with his head dropped.
Josh Inglis (39 off 23 balls, 1x4s, 4x6s) made every opportunity count when it came to hitting towards midwicket but Pandya had him caught at long-on in the 13th over.
Thereafter, every dot ball drew appreciation from fans and they were at their loudest when RCB legend AB de Villiers appeared on the big screen on the ground, and also when PBKS were mathematically knocked out.
Desperate to strike early, RCB needed something special and Phil Salt produced a brilliant effort in the deep when Priyansh Arya (24) lifted the ball off Hazlewood in the fifth over.
Salt made a dash from deep square leg to his right and took the catch reverse cupped and threw the ball up in the air as he hurtled past the ropes. He recovered quickly to get inside the field and take a stunning catch.
Punjab&rsquo;s impact sub Prabhsimran Singh (26 off 22 balls) succumbed to pressure even as his side made 52/1 in the powerplay.
Bhuvneshwar shut the doors on Punjab when he dismissed Nehal Wadhera (15) and Marcus Stoinis (6) in a span of three deliveries in the 17th over and thereon, RCB&rsquo;s triumph was only a formality.
Earlier, RCB huffed and puffed to 190 for nine after their batters failed to press matters on what remained a conducive wicket.
While RCB were not only a tad conservative in the big final, luck also did not favour the fourth-time finalists chasing their maiden trophy a great deal, as each of their batters perished after getting a start.
And there were no fireworks on the night of the big final as Kohli, looking to anchor the innings the way he has done in the past, perished after his laborious effort in the middle.
Kohli struck a mere three fours &mdash; two after the ninth over &mdash; as he got his 43 runs off 35 balls at 122.85.
RCB&rsquo;s slowing down post the powerplay, in which they scored 55/1, also saw their batters farming the strike rather than taking initiative to aim for big overs with only 42 runs coming between overs 6-11.
Salt&rsquo;s early exit had a major impact on how RCB&rsquo;s innings progressed thereon but none of the following batters including Mayank Agarawal (24), Rajat Patidar (26) and Liam Livingstone (25) could convert their starts.
The lanky Jamieson a huge impact, not only finding the right lengths and variations to keep a lid on the batters but also accounting for three key batters to push RCB back further.
In the second over, after Salt smacked him for a four over mid-on, he had the RCB opener caught off Iyer and in the 11th, after Rajat Patidar hit him for a six over mid-off, Jamieson bowled a superb slow yorker which pinned the batter in front of the wickets.
Jamieson&rsquo;s numbers were spoiled to some extent in the 17th over when Jitesh Sharma (24 off 10 balls, 2x4s, 2x6s) clobbered a couple of sixes and Livingstone one to collect 23 off it.
But once again, Jamieson ended it by trapping Livingstone leg-before off a full toss.
India star Arshdeep Singh accounted for Krunal Pandya (4), Bhuvneshwar Kumar (1) and Romario Shepherd (17) in the final over.&nbsp;

Rajat Patidar praised Virat Kohli as the most deserving player after Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their first IPL title in 18 years. Patidar called 190 a good total on the slow pitch.

Virat Kohli deserves it more than anyone else: Patidar after captaining RCB to maiden IPL title

Rajat Patidar praised Virat Kohli as the most deserving player after Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their first IPL title in 18 years. Patidar called 190 a good total on the slow pitch.

After 18 years of hurt and disappointment, when newly-crowned IPL champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper Rajat Patidar got a chance to say "Ee Sala Cup Namdu" (this year the cup is ours), the fans roared.
But when he said that "Virat Kohli deserved it more than anyone else", the cheers were deafening as the legend grinned from ear to ear.
"It is really special for me, for Virat Kohli, and all the fans. Those who have supported for years, they all deserve it. It's a great opportunity for me and a great learning for me to captain Kohli, he deserves it more than anyone else," Patidar said after the final at the Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday.
Patidar felt that 190 was a par score on a strip which was on the slower side.
"After the Qualifier, we thought that we can go through. I think 190 was a good score on this track as it was a bit slow. Bowlers executing their plans was tremendous to watch."&nbsp;
He praised Player of the Match Krunal Pandya for his 2/17 that became the game-changer. "Krunal is a wicket-taking bowler. I look for him whenever we need wickets. Suyash and the pacers were good all season. Shepherd gave the key wicket tonight."&nbsp;
 We will come back next year and lift the Cup - Iyer
A "dejected" Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer believed that fearless newcomers have been the biggest plus for the franchise which would come out all guns blazing next season to win an elusive IPL crown.
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"Proud of each individual in our team, a lot of youngsters played their first season. Their fearlessness was phenomenal. Job is still half done, we have to win it next year. The way we turned up to every game was a positive, they've gained a lot of experience and we can build on that next year," the PBKS skipper said.
He felt that a total of less than 200 was a par score on this track.
"They bowled excellently. Krunal was phenomenal, used his experience, that was the turning point."&nbsp;

An emotional Virat Kohli was in tears as Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their first IPL title, defeating Punjab Kings by six runs in a dramatic final in Ahmedabad.

Virat Kohli breaks down as RCB clinch maiden IPL title after 18 years | Watch

An emotional Virat Kohli was in tears as Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their first IPL title, defeating Punjab Kings by six runs in a dramatic final in Ahmedabad.

Virat Kohli was overwhelmed with emotion as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clinched their first-ever Indian Premier League (IPL) title with a six-run win over Punjab Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday.
Defending a total of 190/9, RCB&rsquo;s disciplined bowling effort restricted Punjab Kings to 184/7 in their 20 overs.
Kohli, who led from the front with a top score of 43 runs, witnessed his team deliver a gritty bowling performance to seal the historic victory. The turning point came in the final over, when the game&rsquo;s result became clear. Cameras captured the emotional scenes as tears welled up in Kohli&rsquo;s eyes, overwhelmed by the significance of the moment.
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As the final ball was bowled, Kohli dropped to his knees, surrounded by jubilant teammates. Later, while speaking to the media, he expressed the magnitude of the win.
"This win is as much for the fans as it is for the team. It's been 18 long years. I've given this team my youth, prime and experience. I've tried to win it every season, gave it everything I have. To finally have it is an unbelievable feeling," Kohli said after the game.
&ldquo;Never thought this day would come, I was overcome with emotion after the last ball was bowled. Gave each and every ounce of my energy and it's an amazing feeling,&rdquo; added the former RCB skipper.
Reflecting on his deep-rooted connection with the city and the team, Kohli continued:
&ldquo;My heart is with Bangalore, my soul is with Bangalore. This is a high-intensity tournament, I want to win the big tournaments and moments. Tonight, I'll sleep like a baby. I look for ways to improve, I want to field and make an impact there.&rdquo;
Kohli also made a heartfelt mention of his former RCB teammate and close friend AB de Villiers, urging that he deserved to be part of the title celebration.
&ldquo;What ABD has done for the franchise is tremendous, told him 'this win is as much yours as it is ours. I want you to celebrate with us'. He's been the POTM most times in the franchise despite being retired for four years. Tells you the impact he's had on the league, team and me. He deserves to be on the podium, lifting the cup,&rdquo; he said.
The night in Ahmedabad marked the end of an 18-year wait and a crowning moment in Kohli&rsquo;s storied association with the franchise.

Virat Kohli and Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally lifted their maiden IPL trophy after an emotional win in the 2025 final, ending an 18-year wait filled with passion, setbacks, and unwavering loyalty.

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11.20 pm. The chiselled, sweat-glistened face of Virat Kohli was filled with impatience. The maiden IPL title for him and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru was a good over away.
He was desperate for that famous Kohli run &mdash; fingers pointed heavenwards with a wide grin plastered across the face.
11.25 pm: Josh Hazlewood successfully defended 29 runs in the 20th over. But all Kohli could do was to hide his face in his palms with tear-filled eyes and baulk. Teammates soon enveloped him as their endearing No. 18 met his destiny after 18 years.
Was it the credit-rolling moment of an extraordinary relationship between a player and franchise that lasted 18 years through mind boggling highs and heartbreaking lows? It&rsquo;s a weird thought at this moment of personal and collective glory. But it could not be avoided as the journey came to its much-desired full circle.
The first chapter of the Kohli and the RCB series began in 2008, and it has transformed into a long-drawn TV drama like the &lsquo;Young and Restless".
Kohli was young and restless 18 years back &mdash; an irreverent, chubby South Delhi dandy who just wanted to take on the whole wide world in pursuit of victory.
An anomaly in the dressing room that then contained Rahul Dravid, Anil Kumble, Jacques Kallis etc..
But RCB trusted Kohli, and their former owner Vijay Mallya, a horse lover, let him be his own and allowed him time to mature into a thoroughbred.
Perhaps, he fitted seamlessly into the upmarket and bold image of the franchise. It was a soap opera.
But the relationship took a new turn in 2011. The Royal Challengers trusted a 22-year-old with the leadership role.
Many 22-year-olds could have wilted in the high-pressure environment, but not this 22-year-old.
An innate love for camera, headlines, and the will to fight and learn helped him embrace the job wholeheartedly.
Kohli was in the hot seat for 12 years and 143 matches, and he remained firm there too even when the team failed to bag a trophy.
Gradually, he established a close connection with Bengalureans. His charisma was a big factor in turning the city dwellers into RCB faithfuls.
It wasn&rsquo;t an instant link like the one Chennai established with MS Dhoni, but it was more slow brewing like the maturing of a top of the line wine.
That was partially because Dhoni came to the Super Kings as India&rsquo;s T20 World Cup 2007 winning captain, and he was already a national icon, a success symbol of youthfulness.
Kohli too had led India to the 2008 U19 World Cup by the time the inaugural season of the IPL began, but the Indian cricketing world was not yet ready to accept Kohli as a young prodigy.
It took them some time to see the genius of Kohli, but even then Kohli was famous but was not loved. However, he remained a persuasive conversational centrepiece.
Kohli was at the forefront of his club&rsquo;s PR pushes, its face on the social media, he reiterated the inner synergy he feels to the red and gold jersey.
In fact, Kohli was a magnificent distraction for RCB fans from their lack of trophy triumph until now.
A driven individual, it does not need any second guessing to realise that Kohli felt the hurt seeing a bare cupboard even as two rival Southern clubs added trophies.
The Super Kings marched to a record five titles and Sunrisers Hyderabad and Deccan Chargers jointly bagged two.
Mumbai Indians under his revered comrade Rohit Sharma too clinched five titles.
But Kohli never showed the angst in public or never thought of severing his ties with RCB. In fact, he always underlined his closeness to the outfit.
&ldquo;In terms of desires, everything is okay. But being with RCB is never going to go away. For me, what&rsquo;s more valuable is the relationship and the mutual respect that has been created over so many years.
&ldquo;The love that I have received from the fans, I don&rsquo;t think any silverware or any trophy can come close to that,&rdquo; Kohli had told RCB podcast last month.
But he would have dreamt of holding that trophy aloft one day, and it came on a sweat-drenched Ahmedabad night.
The finest showman of this decade of cricket, the lead guitarist of the IPL and T20s stood crowned. Nothing else mattered more on this emotional moment.&nbsp;

The 18th IPL final at Narendra Modi Stadium features Virat Kohli aiming for his maiden IPL trophy with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, while Shreyas Iyer leads Punjab Kings in their first-ever final, setting the stage for a thrilling T20 showdown.

IPL 2025: RCB and Virat Kohli's 18-year wait meets Punjab Kings' tenacity as IPL set to crown new winner

The 18th IPL final at Narendra Modi Stadium features Virat Kohli aiming for his maiden IPL trophy with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, while Shreyas Iyer leads Punjab Kings in their first-ever final, setting the stage for a thrilling T20 showdown.

Virat Kohli's nearly two-decade long agonising wait to lay hands on an IPL Trophy with Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be up against Shreyas Iyer's resolve to make first-time winners out of the tenacious Punjab Kings when the 18th season finale of the world's biggest T20 league unfolds at the Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday.
The summit could witness a thousands of fans donning jersey No.18 to support Kohli, who is in an IPL final for a fourth time overall.
The sentiments of the fans would indeed run high given it will be Kohli's last appearance on the cricket field for a while, having recently retired from Test cricket and India's next ODI assignment a few months away.
Parting ways with issues that plagued their previous campaigns, RCB have been clinical all the way through, coming into the final with an eight-wicket hammering of Punjab in a one-sided Qualifier 1.
Kohli (614 runs) has gone about his business like every other year, piling up runs at the top and continuing to lay platforms but where it has made the difference for RCB is that there's a lot more substance to their batting beyond the superstar.
Kohli has not been the only one to carry the focus and attention this year, rather he has quietly gone about his business in fortifying for RCB.
Phil Salt is a perfect foil for the Indian superstar who goes all-out in his attack, while Mayank Agarwal, skipper Rajat Patidar and Jitesh Sharma are the trusted lieutenants of that batting line-up.
Since he has missed RCB's last two games, it remains to be seen if Tim David is fit for this contest as he forms a vital death overs batting pair with another burly hitter in Romario Shepherd.
Like Kohli in their batting, the calm and composed Josh Hazlewood (21 wickets) has been at the helm of RCB's rise and the fourth highest wicket-taker and the Australian would want to add more to move up the ladder in one last game.
On their part, stung by that crushing defeat in their homeground at Mullanpur, Iyer's Kings showed no scars from that defeat as they knocked out five-time winners Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 to reach their first final after 11 years.
It's only fitting that PBKS and RCB, who finished at the top two positions respectively after a gruelling 70-match league round, have a crack at the trophy which has eluded them from the time the competition began.
Perennial finishers in the second half of the 10-team points table, Punjab Kings have staged a sensational turnaround with two dogged personalities in captain Iyer and coach Ricky Ponting at the helm.
For Iyer (603 runs), a second consecutive appearance in an IPL final after winning it last year with Kolkata Knight Riders speaks volumes about his capabilities as a leader who marshals his troops as good as any other in the format.
It is, therefore, not a surprise to see Iyer being the only cricketer in the 18-year history of the tournament to have led three different teams in IPL finals, with Delhi Capitals being the third.
Iyer's perseverance is not the only quality that stands out for the 30-year-old Punjab captain but also the fact that he remains as hungry to win this IPL as he was when he began the journey with the franchise a few months ago.
In Prabhsimran Singh, Josh Inglis, Priyansh Arya and Shashank Singh, Iyer has adequate support to hold his fort staunchly and even lead aggressive attacks on the opposition camp.
Punjab's bowling, without Marcus Jansen, did look a little depleted but having managed to keep a lid on Mumbai Indians' for the entirely of an innings on a batting-friendly wicket tells that there is more to it than what has been perceived.
Yuzvendra Chahal is still dealing with a hand injury and was not at his absolute best in the Qualifier 2 but Punjab would need him to fire against his former franchise.
While there are no predictions of rains impacting the contest, an additional hour to the playtime extending the duration to 120 minutes and having a reserve day in the final are the measures in place to ensure the contest is completed.
Teams (from): 
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Rajat Patidar (c), Virat Kohli, Phil Salt (wk), Jitesh Sharma (wk), Devdutt Padikkal, Swastik Chhikara, Liam Livingstone, Krunal Pandya, Swapnil Singh, Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Manoj Bhandage, Jacob Bethell, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Salam Dar, Suyash Sharma, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Nuwan Thushara, Lungi Ngidi, Abhinandan Singh, Mohit Rathee, Yash Dayal.
Punjab Kings: Shreyas Iyer (c), Nehal Wadhera, Vishnu Vinod (wk), Josh Inglis (wk), Harnoor Pannu, Pyla Avinash, Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Harpreet Brar, Azmatullah Omarzai, Priyansh Arya, Aaron Hardie, Musheer Khan, Suryansh Shedge, Mitch Owen, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Vyshak Vijaykumar, Yash Thakur, Kuldeep Sen, Xavier Bartlett, Pravin Dubey, Kyle Jamieson.
Match starts at 7:30pm IST.&nbsp;

Harbhajan Singh recommends Kuldeep Yadav's inclusion in India's Test XI vs England at Headingley. Advocating a two-spinner strategy with Jadeja, Harbhajan also backs Shardul Thakur over Nitish Reddy due to recent form and discusses Sarfaraz Khan's potential.

Harbhajan Urges Kuldeep Yadav for  Test XI of India

Harbhajan Singh pushes for Kuldeep Yadav's inclusion in India's Test XI against England, favoring a two-spinner strategy with Jadeja. He supports Shardul Thakur over Nitish Reddy for the all-rounder spot, highlighting Sarfaraz Khan's future potential.

Harbhajan Singh urges India to include Kuldeep Yadav in the Test XI against England, emphasizing a two-spinner strategy with Jadeja.

Spin great Harbhajan Singh has thrown his weight behind wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav to start in India&rsquo;s playing XI for the first Test against England alongside Ravindra Jadeja.
The series opener begins at Leeds on June 20. Traditionally, the surface at Leeds aids the pacers more than the spinners.
"India should look to play Kuldeep Yadav. Of course, Jadeja will bowl with him. So, two spinners with three seamers would be the kind of perfect match for this game," Harbhajan told PTI Videos on Monday.
The turbanator termed the left-arm wrist spinner as a potential match-winner irrespective of the conditions.
&ldquo;Let&rsquo;s see if conditions will change or favour the spinners. But even if it doesn&rsquo;t, I think these are two capable bowlers who can take wickets on any wicket,&rdquo; he said.
Drawing on his own experience, Harbhajan recalled India's bold decision to field two spinners at Headingley in 2002, when he and Anil Kumble bagged 11 wickets between them on a green top.
&ldquo;That was a very unique decision at that point of time. The pitch was as green as we are standing on this grass... But the management decided we&rsquo;ll go with two spinners and two fast bowlers and Sanjay Bangar will bowl as well.
&ldquo;We went with five best bowlers who can pick wickets. That&rsquo;s what matters in the end. You have to back those bowlers who can pick wickets in any conditions or any kind of wicket&rdquo;, he said.
With Shardul Thakur scoring a century in the intra-squad warm-up and taking wickets, Harbhajan believes he holds the edge over Nitish Reddy for the fast bowling all-rounder's slot.
&ldquo;India needs a bowler who can bat a bit. India have got a batting till No. 7, and at No. 8, you need to see who can bowl and get those wickets for you and bat a bit. Not someone who bats and bowls a little bit.&rdquo; &ldquo;That&rsquo;s where Shardul will have an edge on Nitish Reddy in my view. Nitish is a proper batsman who can definitely bowl. But we have not seen him bowling in the IPL much&hellip; "Gautam (Gambhir) is there. He is a very capable coach. And I am sure he will take the right decision.&rdquo; he added.
Harbhajan also weighed in on the much-talked-about exclusion of Sarfaraz Khan from the Test squad.
&ldquo;It&rsquo;s very unfortunate... I was a bit shocked not seeing his name in the squad. I&rsquo;m sure he will come back strong. He has got that will to make a comeback&hellip;All I can say is, don&rsquo;t be disheartened, you will get your due, if not today, then tomorrow&hellip;Look at Karun Nair.
"He scored 300 runs against England and then never got too many opportunities. Now he is back in England with the team," Harbhajan added.&nbsp;

IPL 2025

Virat Kohli garners a significant accolade in cricket, affirming his legendary status. Chennai Super Kings dominate news with their ongoing success and strategic gameplay, captivating fans and solidifying their place in the sport.

Virat Kohli Got the Ring, CSK & MI Lost Their Bling: Everything you need to know about the IPL 2025 

Virat Kohli's recent prestigious accolade underscores his cricket legacy, while Chennai Super Kings continue to capture sports news with their dynamic gameplay and strategic prowess, thrilling cricket fans globally.

Virat Kohli achieves a prestigious accolade, underscoring his cricket legacy. Concurrently, Chennai Super Kings maintain their prominence in sports news with stellar performances and strategic gameplay, captivating cricket enthusiasts worldwide.

Another season, another ride &mdash; but this one hit different.&nbsp; The 18th edition of the IPL had it all: heartbreaks, breakout stars, teams finding their groove way too late, and one long-awaited redemption arc.
Played across 74 matches from March to June, IPL 2025 saw dream runs crash, underdogs rise, and the king himself, Virat Kohli, finally lift the trophy that had eluded him forever. If you missed it or blinked, we have got you covered- Here&rsquo;s a no-fluff recap of how things went down in the #IPL2025
RCB Break The 'Curse'
Virat Kohli and Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally ended their title drought. Kohli didn&rsquo;t go full beast mode in the final (a slow 43 off 35), but RCB got the job done. Their auction strategy hit different this time &mdash; every player clicked when it mattered.
Kohli ended with 657 runs this season, crossing 600+ for the 5th time. His overall IPL run tally? A ridiculous 9,085 &mdash; all for RCB. Icon status: locked.
The depth in the team can be judged by the fact that 9 team members in their team were adjudged the man of the match&nbsp;
 Punjab Kings Level Up
Shreyas Iyer was that guy. Calm, consistent (604 runs, avg 50.33), and sharp as a leader. He truly was a SARPANCH for his team. It was no surprise to see that he was the anchor of the perennial strugglers' remarkable turnaround.&nbsp;
Along with coach Ricky Ponting, he turned Punjab from perennial underachievers to finalists. They didn&rsquo;t win, but this version of PBKS isn&rsquo;t going away anytime soon.&nbsp;
 Mumbai Being Mumbai
Started the season like they forgot how cricket works. They registered only one win in their first five matches, then suddenly remembered and went on to win six straight games. This season has been a rollercoaster for the Rohit Sharma-led side. They ended their campaign in the 4th position... But SKY was lit! He scored 717 runs, which was a new high for any MI batter.
 Gujarat Titans Fade Late
They bossed the league early. Gill, Buttler, Sudharsan, and Prasidh Krishna looked unbeatable.&nbsp; But come the playoffs? Nada. At one point top-two finish looked a mere formality, but the Titans ended third in the league.. played the eliminator and were humbled by the Mumbai Indians. &nbsp;
 Young Talent, Big Impact
The 2025 IPL season saw several young players make headlines with standout performances. Rajasthan Royals&rsquo; Vaibhav Suryavanshi, only 14 years old, etched his name into the record books by scoring the fastest IPL century by an Indian &mdash; a blistering hundred off just 35 balls. Punjab Kings&rsquo; uncapped batter Priyansh Arya also impressed with a commanding century against Chennai Super Kings. Abhishek Sharma and Prabhsimran Singh continued to showcase their batting prowess, further strengthening their reputations as future stars. Meanwhile, 17-year-old Ayush Mhatre provided glimpses of his potential for CSK, emerging as one of the few bright spots in an otherwise challenging season for the franchise.
Sai Sudharsan&rsquo;s Main Character Era
Sai Sudharsan fully unlocked this season. No wild swings, no drama &mdash; just smart, calculated hitting every time he stepped out. His calm-but-deadly approach paid off big as he bagged the Orange Cap with a massive 759 runs, including a ton and six fifties, averaging over 54 with a strike rate north of 156. Consistency? Off the charts. The reward? A well-earned national Test call-up for the England tour. Guy&rsquo;s not just knocking &mdash; he&rsquo;s kicking the door down.
Sunrisers Go Full Send... and Crash
Last season&rsquo;s runner-up, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), entered the tournament with one of the most formidable batting line-ups on paper. Their aggressive, all-out attacking approach made an early statement, posting a massive 286/6 against Rajasthan Royals &mdash; the second-highest total in IPL history &mdash; and later registering 278/3 against Kolkata Knight Riders, the third-highest. However, despite these explosive performances, SRH&rsquo;s campaign exposed a critical gap: the lack of a reliable Plan B with the bat. When their high-risk strategy didn&rsquo;t click, the team struggled to adapt, ultimately undermining their consistency and impact across the season.
Nothing really worked from CSK
 Change may be the only constant, but for Chennai Super Kings, embracing it came a little too late.&nbsp; In this season, Dhoni&rsquo;s side found themselves slipping out of playoff contention earlier than they would have hoped ..However, it's not that everything bad happened for the Yellow brigade.&nbsp; 17-year-old Aravelly Avanish Mhatre showed maturity beyond his years, while Dewald Brevis brought flair and firepower in the closing stages. In the spin department, it wasn&rsquo;t the seasoned duo of R Ashwin or Ravindra Jadeja who stood out &mdash; it was 20-year-old Afghan spinner Noor Ahmad who made the biggest impact, leading the way with grit and guile.
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RR &amp; KKR: Season to Forget
RR: Injuries, inconsistency, and bad calls &mdash; finished 9th. Letting go of Buttler, Ashwin, Chahal, and Boult hurt their vibe and balance.
KKR: Ajinkya Rahane tried his best, but Venkatesh Iyer flopped hard. Mid-season blues took them out quietly.
DC's High Hopes, Hard Fall Started like title favourites (5 wins in 6), then fell flat. Couldn&rsquo;t stay consistent when pressure kicked in.
Not the season for LSG&nbsp; For Rishabh Pant, the season did not go as planned. But Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran and Aiden Markram gave them substance.. and yes- let us not forget Digvesh Rathi's theatrics.
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A stampede during RCB's IPL 2025 victory celebrations near Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium left 11 dead and 33 injured. Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy.

Virat Kohli reacts as stampede kills 11 during RCB victory celebrations

A stampede during RCB's IPL 2025 victory celebrations near Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium left 11 dead and 33 injured. Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy.

Virat Kohli expressed deep sorrow following the tragic stampede that occurred near the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday, where 11 people lost their lives and 33 others were injured.&nbsp;
The incident took place during Royal Challengers Bengaluru&rsquo;s (RCB) IPL 2025 victory celebrations, as thousands of fans gathered to catch a glimpse of their championship-winning team.
"At a loss for words. Absolutely gutted," Kohli wrote on Instagram, reacting to the heartbreaking turn of events that marred what was supposed to be a moment of joy and triumph.
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Former South African captain and ex-RCB star AB de Villiers also shared his condolences through social media. "My thoughts and prayers are with those affected by the tragic events at the Chinnaswamy Stadium today," he posted on Instagram.
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Confirming the details, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said that 11 people had died in the stampede and 33 others were injured. &ldquo;A major tragedy occurred during the victory celebrations. It happened near the Chinnaswamy Stadium. The government has announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh for the deceased. The government will provide free treatment to the injured,&rdquo; the Chief Minister stated.
Expressing grief over the incident, he added, &ldquo;11 died and 33 were injured in the stampede. This tragedy should not have happened. The government expresses deep sorrow over this incident.&rdquo;
RCB had lifted their maiden IPL trophy on Tuesday, ending an 18-year wait by defeating Punjab Kings by six wickets in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. While RCB celebrated their historic win, the stampede has cast a sombre mood over the city and its cricketing faithful.
For Punjab Kings, who reached only their second IPL final and first in 11 years, the search for a maiden title continues.

The Karnataka government felicitated Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Vidhana Soudha for their first IPL title win in 18 years, celebrating with traditional honours and a public gathering.

Karnataka govt felicitates IPL champions RCB at Vidhana Soudha

The Karnataka government felicitated Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Vidhana Soudha for their first IPL title win in 18 years, celebrating with traditional honours and a public gathering.

The Karnataka government on Wednesday felicitated the Royal Challengers Bengaluru team, which won their maiden IPL title, ending an 18-year wait for the coveted trophy.
Karnataka Governor Taawarchand Gehlot, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar felicitated the Rajat Patidar-led team on the grand steps in front of the iconic Vidhana Soudha, the seat of state legislature and secretariat here.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Bengaluru | Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar felicitates the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IPL2025Champions?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IPL2025Champions</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RoyalChallengersBangalore?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RoyalChallengersBangalore</a> at the Vidhana Soudha.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RoyalChallengersBengaluru?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RoyalChallengersBengaluru</a> clinched their first <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IPL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IPL</a> trophy yesterday after defeating Punjab Kings. <a href="https://t.co/iQB8rRpUxX">pic.twitter.com/iQB8rRpUxX</a>
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In a short event, the team was felicitated with traditional Mysuru peta (opulent formal turban), shawl and garland.
Large number of people had gathered in front of Vidhana Soudha to witness the event.
The team will also be participating in an event organised by the Karnataka State Cricket Academy (KSCA) at the Chinnaswamy Cricket Stadium here.
The RCB won their maiden title with a six-run victory over Punjab Kings in the final at Ahmedabad on Tuesday.
The RCB finally got to lift the trophy after finishing runners-up on three occasions previously.&nbsp;

Several fans were injured and some fainted near Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium during a felicitation event for RCB's maiden IPL title win, highlighting crowd control challenges.

Chaos near Bengaluru stadium, several RCB fans injured

Several fans were injured and some fainted near Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium during a felicitation event for RCB's maiden IPL title win, highlighting crowd control challenges.

Some cricket enthusiasts were reportedly injured and a few of them fell unconscious here on Wednesday, near the Chinnaswamy Stadium, when they gathered to attend a special felicitation for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's maiden IPL title win.
While a lot of fans gathered for the felicitation held by the Karnataka State Cricket Association, visuals showed police shifting the injured persons and those who fell unconscious to nearby hospital.
However, there was no immediate official confirmation.

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Ecstatic fans line up streets to welcome IPL champions RCB in Bengaluru

RCB team was greeted at the airport by Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar and later received special permission for an open-top bus parade from Vidhana Soudha to M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

RCB team was greeted at the airport by Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar and later received special permission for an open-top bus parade from Vidhana Soudha to M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Newly-crowned IPL champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru touched base at the Garden City on Wednesday afternoon amid a roaring welcome from waiting fans, who lined up the streets and thronged the Chinnaswamy stadium to catch a glimpse of the team's stars, including the talismanic Virat Kohli.
The Rajat Patidar-led squad was received by state's Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar at the airport.
En route to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's office at the Vidhana Soudha here, fans assembled on both sides of the road cheered the triumphant squad with gusto.
RCB defeated Punjab Kings by six runs in the IPL final at Ahmedabad on Tuesday to clinch their maiden title in 18 years.
It was another major achievement for the team's talisman Virat Kohli, who has only played for this franchise since the league's inception.
After the appointment with the CM, the RCB players will head to the M Chinnaswamy Stadium for a fan engagement programme.
The much-anticipated open-top bus parade from Vidhana Soudha to the stadium will also start at 5pm after the CM gave special permission for it. The crowd has already It was earlier stated by the Bengaluru Traffic Police that it might not take place because of congestion on the route.
"We request all fans to follow guidelines set by police and other authorities, so that everyone can enjoy the roadshow peacefully," the franchise posted on its official 'X' page.
However, the scenes outside the Chinnaswamy stadium painted a different picture as fans jostled to sneak inside amid heavy police presence. Thousands of fans were also seen waiting outside the Vidhana Soudha to cheer the players.
The rainy weather in the city hasn't helped and the police has already endured a torrid time managing the crowd that flooded the streets to celebrate the triumph last night.
In visuals shared online, Kohli could be seen holding the trophy and watching in awe, thousands who lined up the team's bus route, cheerfully waving at the convoy.&nbsp;

Royal Challengers Bengaluru received a warm welcome in Bengaluru after winning their first IPL title in 18 years. The team was greeted by Karnataka’s Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar at the airport.

D K Shivakumar receives RCB team at HAL airport

Royal Challengers Bengaluru received a warm welcome in Bengaluru after winning their first IPL title in 18 years. The team was greeted by Karnataka&rsquo;s Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar at the airport.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Wednesday received the Royal Challengers Bengaluru team who landed in the city a day after they won the maiden IPL title, ending an 18-year wait.
As the team landed at HAL airport, they were warmly received by Shivakumar with bouquets.
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Dreaming of this moment for 18 years and it&rsquo;s finally here, bigger, better than we ever imagined&hearts;️ ನಾವು ಸೋಲಲ್ಲ, ಹಿಂದೆ ಸರಿಯಲ್ಲ; ಎದೆ ತಟ್ಟಿ ನಿಲ್ತೀವಿ - ಗೆಲ್ತೀವಿ!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RoyalChallengersBengaluru?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RoyalChallengersBengaluru</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RCB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RCB</a> <a href="https://t.co/h3XmK766Gc">pic.twitter.com/h3XmK766Gc</a>
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Videos showed Shivakumar receiving Virat Kohli and handing him a yellow and red Kannada flag and the RCB flag.
The team then left for a private hotel amid tight security even as fans in large numbers gathered along side the roads to cheer them.
RCB won their maiden title with a six-run victory over Punjab Kings in the final at Ahmedabad on Tuesday.
RCB finally got to lift the trophy after finishing runners-up on three occasions previously.
The Karnataka government will host a grand felicitation ceremony for the RCB today.
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will honour the Rajat Patidar-led squad on the steps of the iconic Vidhana Soudha, the seat of state legislature and secretariat here.
The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) will be hosting a special felicitation programme at the Chinnaswamy Stadium to honour the team's achievement and performance.
According to a traffic advisory from the Bengaluru police, entry to the event at the Chinnaswamy Stadium will be permitted only to those with valid tickets and passes.
"As there is limited parking facility available near the Chinnaswamy Stadium, those who are attending the event are advised to use public transport and Metro. The public is requested to cooperate," it stated.&nbsp;