Date: June 3, 2025
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Result: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won by 6 runs
Man of the Match: Krunal Pandya
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RCB Finally Break the Curse, Lift Their First-Ever IPL Trophy
The long wait is over! Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have finally clinched their maiden IPL title, defeating Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 25 runs in a thrilling IPL 2025 Final at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
Match Summary: RCB vs PBKS – IPL 2025 Final
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | 43 | 35 | 3 | 0 | 122.86 |
| Jitesh Sharma | 24 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 240.00 |
| Liam Livingstone | 25 | 15 | 0 | 2 | 166.67 |
| Rajat Patidar (c) | 26 | 16 | 1 | 2 | 162.50 |
| Phil Salt | 16 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 177.78 |
Top PBKS Bowler:
- Arshdeep Singh: 3 wickets
- Kyle Jamieson: 3 wickets
PBKS Batting – 165/8 (20 Overs)
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Inglis | 39 | 23 | 1 | 4 | 169.57 |
| Shashank Singh | 61 | 30 | 3 | 6 | 203.33 |
| Prabhsimran Singh | 26 | 22 | 0 | 2 | 118.18 |
| Priyansh Arya | 24 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 126.32 |
Top RCB Bowlers:
- Krunal Pandya: 2/17 (4 overs)
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar: 2/38
- Romario Shepherd & Josh Hazlewood: 1 wicket each
Bowling Hero: Krunal Pandya Shines
Krunal Pandya delivered under pressure with figures of 4-0-17-2, dismissing key middle-order batters and breaking PBKS’s rhythm. He was rightly awarded the Player of the Match.
| RCB Bowlers (Key Figures) | Overs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Krunal Pandya | 4 | 2 | 4.25 |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | 4 | 2 | 9.5 |
| Yash Dayal | 3 | 1 | 6.00 |
Key Performers
| Category | Player | Team |
|---|---|---|
| Man of the Match | Krunal Pandya | RCB |
| Best Bowler | Krunal Pandya | RCB |
| Top Scorer (Match) | Sashank singh(61) | PBKS |
| Game-Changer | Krunal Pandya | RCB |
IPL 2025 Awards
| Award | Winner |
|---|---|
| Champions | Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
| Runners-up | Punjab Kings |
| Orange Cap | Sai sudarshan– 759 runs |
| Purple Cap | prasidh krishna – 25 wickets |
| Emerging Player | Sai Sudarshan (GT) |
| Super Striker | Vaibav Suryavanshi (RR) – 206 SR |
| Fair Play Award | Chennai Super Kings (CSK) |
RCB’s Long Wait Ends
For fans of RCB, this win was historic and emotional. After years of heartbreaks, the dream has come true. Virat Kohli, who scored a vital 43, was seen in tears post-match, embracing his teammates.
Final Verdict
RCB held their nerve in a high-pressure final, delivering a clinical all-round performance. The team’s balanced bowling attack and depth in batting finally paid off, making RCB the IPL 2025 champions.
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📢 FAQs
Q. Who won the IPL 2025 Final?
A. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won by 6 runs.
Q. Who was the Man of the Match?
A. Virat Kohli for his crucial 43-run knock.
Q. Who won the Orange and Purple Cap?
A. Orange Cap –sai sudarshan, Purple Cap –Prasidh Krishana.
Q. Has RCB ever won the IPL before?
A. This is RCB’s first-ever IPL title in 17 seasons.
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