It took 18 long years, but Virat Kohli and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally did it. On an emotional night at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, RCB defeated Punjab Kings (PBKS) by six runs to win their first-ever Indian Premier League (IPL) title.
At the heart of this unforgettable victory was Virat Kohli, the man who has lived and breathed RCB for all 18 seasons. As the final ball was bowled and victory sealed, Kohli collapsed to the ground, overwhelmed with emotion, tears streaming down his face.
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“Jersey No. 18 Gets the Trophy After 18 Years”
In a poetic twist, jersey No. 18 lifted the trophy in the 18th season. Kohli, who has remained loyal to the Bengaluru-based franchise through every high and heartbreak, finally tasted glory.
As Josh Hazlewood bowled the last ball—despite Shashank Singh hitting a six—RCB held their nerve to clinch the match. The moment victory was confirmed, Kohli dropped to his knees and wept.
His teammates, including Rajat Patidar, Krunal Pandya, and Jitesh Sharma, rushed to him, enveloping him in a group hug as the crowd erupted.
A Story of Resilience and Redemption
Kohli’s IPL journey has been nothing short of legendary. Despite being one of the league’s most consistent performers, the title had always eluded him, leading to constant trolling and heartbreak.
But in 2025, things changed. RCB shifted their strategy and delivered an all-round team performance throughout the season. The balance, belief, and intent were finally in sync.
One Franchise, One Dream, One Champion
What makes the title win even more special is that Kohli has played for only one franchise—RCB—throughout his IPL career. In an era of frequent player switches, Kohli’s loyalty stood tall.
His emotional outburst wasn’t just about winning a cricket trophy—it was about years of hard work, loyalty, heartbreak, belief, and unshakable faith finally being rewarded.
As the red and gold confetti rained down in Ahmedabad, the image of Virat Kohli on his knees, eyes filled with tears, will go down as one of the most iconic moments in IPL history.
For RCB fans, the wait is over.
For Kohli, the dream is real.
Ee Sala Cup Namde — finally, truly.
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