RCB Triumphantly Claims Their First IPL Title after a Decade and a Half
Vijay Mallya, Former Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) Owner, Reacts to RCB's Historic IPL 2025 Win - Here's His Comments
Celebrations erupted across Bengaluru as the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clinched their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) trophy on June 3, 2025. In a nail-biting final against Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, RCB secured a six-run win, ending a 18-year drought.
Star Performances Lead RCB to Victory
Captained by the illustrious Virat Kohli, the historic victory was marked by excellent performances from the franchise's iconic players like AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle. The team's winning score of 190 for 9 was a testament to their collective strength and the outstanding coaching staff that guided them.
Vijay Mallya Shares His Pride
Former RCB owner, Vijay Mallya, who founded the franchise in 2008, couldn't help but express his joy. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), he wrote, "RCB are IPL Champions finally after 18 years. Superb campaign right through the 2025 tournament. A well-balanced team playing bold with outstanding coaching and support staff. Many congratulations! Ee Sala Cup Namde!!"
In another post, Mallya reminisced about the early days of the team, "When I founded RCB, it was my dream that the IPL trophy should come to Bengaluru. I had the privilege of picking the legendary King Kohli as a youngster. It is remarkable that he has stayed with RCB for 18 years."
"I also had the honour of picking Chris Gayle and Mr. 360 AB de Villiers. Finally, the IPL trophy arrives in Bengaluru. Thanks to all who made my dream come true. RCB fans are the very best, and they deserve this."
RCB Joins the Elite Club of IPL Champions
With this win, RCB joined the prestigious list of IPL champions and left behind the Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals as the only teams from the original 2008 season yet to claim a title. This achievement marks a new era for the RCB franchise and the dedicated "12th Man Army" that has stood by them throughout their journey.
Tracing RCB's Journey:
- 2008: RCB was founded by Vijay Mallya and participated in the inaugural season of the IPL. They picked players like Virat Kohli in the early days.
- 2009: RCB finished as runners-up for the first time.
- 2011: RCB again finished as runners-up.
- 2016: RCB reached the final but lost once more.
- 2024: RCB struggled initially but made a strong comeback to qualify for the playoffs. Although they lost in the eliminator, Virat Kohli won the Orange Cap.
- 2025: RCB won their first IPL title by defeating Punjab Kings in the final, held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. They scored 190 for 9 and restricted Punjab Kings to 184 for 7[1][2][5].
The historic triumph of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) was marked by exceptional performances from their iconic players, such as AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle, under the leadership of Virat Kohli[3].
With this victory, RCB joined the ranks of IPL champions, leaving behind Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals as the only original 2008 teams yet to claim a title[4].
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