Bengaluru, India – The 18-year-long wait is finally over! Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has etched its name in IPL history, clinching their maiden Indian Premier League title in a thrilling final against Punjab Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. The emotional victory, secured by a narrow 6-run margin, sent waves of euphoria across the nation, with celebrities and fans alike erupting in celebration.
The atmosphere was electric as RCB, led by captain Rajat Patidar, displayed a commendable performance, ending years of heartbreak and near-misses. While Virat Kohli, the long-standing face of the franchise, contributed a crucial 43 runs, it was Krunal Pandya’s exceptional bowling spell of 2/17 that earned him the Player of the Match award and proved instrumental in restricting Punjab Kings’ chase of 191.
The triumph was particularly poignant for Virat Kohli, who was visibly emotional after finally getting his hands on the coveted trophy. Having dedicated his entire IPL career to RCB, the win marked a full circle for the cricketing icon, who expressed his overwhelming joy, stating he never thought this day would come.
As the final ball was bowled, social media platforms were flooded with congratulatory messages from across the entertainment industry, reflecting the widespread joy and relief felt by RCB’s loyal fanbase.
Telugu superstar Allu Arjun was among the first to extend his heartfelt wishes. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), he shared his excitement, writing, “THE WAIT IS OVER . “Ee sala cup namde!” At last! We’ve been waiting for this day for 18 years. A big, big congratulations to RCB!” He also shared an incredibly touching video of his son, Ayaan, who was visibly emotional and crying tears of joy, stating that Virat Kohli was the reason he got into cricket.
Power couple Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna also joined the chorus of celebrations. Vijay Deverakonda posted, “Congratulations to @RCBTweets, all RCB fans ❤️ you have waited with so much energy and passion and love. It’s a happy happy moment to see.” Rashmika Mandanna, known for her vibrant personality, celebrated RCB’s win by sharing a post that simply read, “It smells like victory in here.”
Bollywood actor Sonu Sood shared a couple of jubilant pictures of the RCB team, penning a sweet note of congratulations. He wrote, “RCB!!! Mehnat ka phal meetha hota hai – finally! Virat bhai & team, Heartily congratulations . Punjab – tough luck, played with heart and character! Respect to both sides! 🏆❤️ #RCB #IPL2025.”
Other celebrities like Aly Goni, Elvish Yadav, and Madhur Bhandarkar also took to social media to express their joy and congratulate the team on their historic win. The victory was not just a sporting triumph but an emotional release for millions of fans who have stood by RCB through thick and thin, making the chant “Ee Sala Cup Namde” a reality at last.
