How RCB won their maiden IPL title?

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru have finally broken their IPL curse and lifted their maiden Indian Premier League title, defeating Punjab Kings by 6 runs in a gripping final at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. Let’s look at how RCB won their maiden IPL title.

After years of near-misses and disappointment, RCB scripted history with a spirited all-round performance in front of a packed stadium.

A long-awaited journey ends in glory

RCB’s campaign in IPL 2025 was marked by resilience and a strong comeback after early setbacks. They won 9 out of 14 league matches, finishing with 19 points and qualifying for the playoffs. After defeating Punjab Kings convincingly in Qualifier 1, they met them again in the final on June 3rd.

RCB post a defendable total

Batting first in the final, RCB posted a competitive total despite early blows. Their middle order chipped in with valuable runs, pushing the score to a fighting mark. The Punjab Kings seemed in control during the chase, especially at 72/1 after 8.2 overs, before the game turned dramatically at the World’s largest cricket stadium.

Krunal Pandya turns the game around

Krunal Pandya, known more for his batting exploits in recent seasons, delivered a masterclass with the ball when it mattered the most.

He broke the dangerous partnership by dismissing the well-set Prabhsimran Singh. Not stopping there, he also sent back Josh Inglis, who had threatened to take the game away with a brisk 39 off 23 balls.

Pandya’s spell of 4-0-17-2 tightened the screws on Punjab’s batting, building pressure and turning the momentum in RCB’s favour. His economical bowling and key breakthroughs were arguably the defining moments of the match.

An emotional triumph for RCB

The win triggered wild celebrations among RCB fans and players, as the team finally ended a 17-year wait for silverware. For RCB, this was more than a trophy; it was redemption, belief, and history made.

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