From Heartbreak to Glory: 7 Untold Stories Behind RCB’s Maiden IPL 2025 Triumph
On 3 June 2025, the RCB (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) ended their long 18 year old wait to win the IPL (Indian Premier League) title to defeat the Punjab Kings (PBKS) by six runs in an interesting final match at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. Led by captain Rajat Patidar and backed by Virat Kohli’s emotional leadership, RCB won because they never gave up, planned their moves smartly, and had strong support from their fans. But beyond the scorecard, here are 7 Unknown Facts About RCB’s Historic 2025 IPL Trophy Win that defined this historic win.
1. Kohli’s Emotional Tribute to Former Teammates
After the win, Virat Kohli dedicated the victory to AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle, who were present at the stadium. Kohli, visibly moved, said:
“I have spent my prime years with them. We were so close a couple of times… This win is for them too.”
This reunion of the iconic RCB trio—Kohli, Gayle, and de Villiers added an emotional layer to the celebrations.
2. Krunal Pandya’s Unlikely Heroics
Kohli scored 43 runs, and Shashank Singh made 61 runs for PBKS, but Krunal Pandya was the real hero, even if not many noticed. He took 2 wickets for 17 runs in 4 overs, which slowed down PBKS’ batting. This helped him win Player of the Match his second time in an IPL final, which is a record.
3. The Prize Money & Financial Impact
RCB won a huge prize of ₹20 crore, and PBKS got ₹12.5 crore. This victory also increased RCB’s brand value, which is already one of the highest in the IPL at $117 million.
4. The Tragic Stampede During Victory Parade
A victory parade in Bengaluru ended badly when a crowd crush outside Chinnaswamy Stadium killed 10 fans and hurt many more. While fans were upset, Kohli and the team kept celebrating, which made people react differently some supported them, while others criticized the decision.
5. Andy Flower’s Coaching Masterstroke
Andy Flower became RCB’s head coach in 2024 and turned the team around. His smart bowling plans were key to stopping the opponents from chasing 190 runs in the final match.
6. The “Ee Sala Cup Namde” Curse Finally Broken
For 18 years, RCB fans kept saying “This year, the cup is ours” but were always disappointed. This victory finally broke the long wait, making it one of the hardest to win IPL trophies.
7. Shashank Singh’s Valiant but Futile Effort
PBKS’ Shashank Singh hit 22 runs off Hazlewood‘s final four balls, but his quick 61* (30 balls) couldn’t win the game. Still, his amazing batting won him the “Fantasy King of the Match” title.
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Conclusion:
RCB’s 2025 IPL victory meant more than just cricket it was about second chances, strong feelings, and making history. As the team enjoys their success, people still worry about keeping fans safe during celebrations and wonder if this begins RCB’s era of dominance. But today, Bengaluru’s red and gold team can truly say: “This year the cup is ours” and it’s finally true.