Karnataka CM Hails RCB’s Historic IPL 2025 Win, Calls It a Tribute to Virat Kohli’s 18-Year Dedication

Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister lauded Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for their landmark victory in the IPL 2025 final, calling it a moment of immense pride for the state and a long-awaited dream come true for millions of fans. Applauding the team’s spirited performance throughout the tournament, the CM specially praised Virat Kohli for his unwavering loyalty, terming the win a fitting tribute to his 18 years of commitment to the franchise.

In a congratulatory post on social media platform X, the Chief Minister commended RCB for their hard-fought win over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a thrilling final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The Chief Minister described the triumph as historic and well-deserved, crediting the united efforts of the team across all departments — batting, bowling, and fielding.

RCB, who had endured 18 seasons without a title, finally broke their long-standing IPL jinx by defeating PBKS by 6 runs in a high-voltage encounter. Opting to bat first, RCB posted 190/9 in 20 overs, with senior batter Virat Kohli anchoring the innings with a composed 43. Captain Rajat Patidar added momentum with a quickfire 26, while Arshdeep Singh stood out for PBKS, picking 3 crucial wickets.

Despite a strong chase from Punjab, RCB held their nerve in the final overs, sealing their maiden IPL title and ending years of heartbreak for their fans. The win marked the culmination of years of perseverance, faith, and undying fan support — finally fulfilling the “Ee Sala Cup Namdu” dream in grand style.