RCB IPL win celebration in Bengaluru Live: Champions arrive in Bengaluru, next stop Vidhana Soudha
Here's how RCB's Bengaluru arrival went like.
According to our reporters, the entire RCB team has arrived at their team hotel in Bengaluru, and are now awaiting for the word from the Cheif MInister's office before heading to Vidhana Soudha.
RCB stars, led by Virat Kohli holding their maiden IPL trophy recieved a grand welcome from the fans, who have gathered in large numbers around M Chinnaswamy stadium and also Vidhana Soudha - where the stars are set to be felicitated.
Popular Bollywood star and Virat Kohli's wife Anushka Sharma shared a glimpse of the scenes in Bengaluru as the RCB star arrived in the team bus with the trophy in his hands.
Anushka sharma's instagram story ❤️🥹 pic.twitter.com/JUkKTMrPAl
— Kevin (@imkevin149) June 4, 2025
Karnataka Deputy Cheif Minister DK Shivakumar DK welcomed RCB stars like captain Rajat Patidar, star man Virat Kohli with special flower bouquets as they made touchdown in Bengaluru.
VIDEO | Bengaluru: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar (@DKShivakumar) welcomes IPL champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru at HAL Airport.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Virat Kohli broke an 18-year jinx on Tuesday night, defeating Punjab Kings by six runs to lift… pic.twitter.com/KZnttVJyNR
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) June 4, 2025
RCB have landed in Bengaluru, following their historic IPL triumph. They have received a warm welcome from the Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah. A large number of fans have queued up outside the Vidhana Soudha and M. Chinnaswamy Stadium to catch a glimpse of their favourite star.
Much to the delight of fans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have announced the victory parade to celebrate their triumph. The parade will begin at 5 pm IST. Fans need to avail tickets to attend the event.
IPL Vice-President Rajeev Shukla praised Virat Kohli and hit out at the veteran batter's critics after RCB clinched the title on Tuesday in Ahmedabad.
"See, to me, it feels like - amongst those who've played the IPL over the last 18 years - Virat has been the constant. And he tried many times to make Bangalore champions, to make RCB champions, but it never happened.
People often criticised him, said things like 'he's not a good captain,' 'he's not right for an IPL team' - this and that,' Shukla told India Today in an interview.
'I have spent my prime years with them. I know how much we tried to win this. We were so close a couple of times, and we were such a good team; we had the explosiveness, but we could never cross the line. We gave our prime years to this franchise,' Kohli said, visibly emotional in his post-match chat with broadcasters.
RCB fans have already started gathering around the M Chinnaswamy stadium in large numbers - as they eagerly wait on the arrival of their stars and the IPL trophy that they have been long lasting for.
RCB captain Rajat Patidar dedicated the side's long-desired maiden IPL title to their massive fanbase, and their star player Virat Kohli - who has been the face of the franchise for 18 long years.
Respect. Legacy. Emotion ❤#RCB skipper Rajat Patidar lifts the trophy and dedicates it where history will remember it most: 𝘪𝘯 𝘝𝘪𝘳𝘢𝘵 𝘒𝘰𝘩𝘭𝘪'𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘴 🥹#TATAIPL | #RCBvPBKS | #Final | #TheLastMile | @RCBTweets | @rrjjt_01 | @imVkohli pic.twitter.com/pKAlx7mrGd
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) June 3, 2025
Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was seen posing with star India batter Virat Kohli and his Bollywood actor wife Anushka Sharma following Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Indian Premier League 2025 (IPL 2025) triumph.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah congratulated Royal Challengers Bengaluru for their IPL 2025 triumph, and also the massive fanbase of the franchise - who will be able to celebrate their long-desired triumph with their favourite stars in the city.
"Congratulations to RCB and also to the people who are following this cricket (team)," said Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
Royal 'Champions' Bengaluru!@nagarjund speaks to Karnataka CM @Siddaramaiah. Listen in. #RCB #IPL2025 #IPL #ITVideo | @snehamordani pic.twitter.com/YvwbJGQ4wP
— IndiaToday (@IndiaToday) June 4, 2025
A look back at the moment that marked the end of 18 years of wait - RCB becoming IPL 2025 Champions.
An emotional Kohli, elated AB de Villiers, thankful Dinesh Karthik - everything sparked bright on the winning moment.
Tears. Roars. Jubilation 🥹
The emotions of #RCB were raw, real, and 1⃣8⃣ years in the making ❤️#TATAIPL | #RCBvPBKS | #Final | #TheLastMile | @RCBTweets pic.twitter.com/fXVTbfCZFp
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) June 3, 2025
Virat Kohli couldn't hold back tears at the Narendra Modi Stadium as RCB ended their 18-year wait for an IPL title. Even before the final ball, emotions poured out. Later, Kohli reflected on the journey and its deep significance.
'I've given this team my youth, my prime, and now my experience. Every season, I've come out and given it everything I have to try and win this. To finally have this moment arrive – it's an unbelievable feeling,' he told broadcasters after the match.
'I've lifted almost every other trophy – World Cups, T20s, ODIs, the Champions Trophy. But this? This is right up there. I've given my all for 18 years. I've stayed loyal to this team, no matter what. There were moments when I thought otherwise, but I stood by them, and they stood by me. I always dreamt of winning with them," he added.
Karnataka Deputy Cheif Minister Shivakumar DK has arrived at the HAL airport to receive the RCB team after their IPL 2025 triumph.
#WATCH | Bengaluru | Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar reaches HAL airport to receive IPL champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru pic.twitter.com/5ddIZSn2SO
— ANI (@ANI) June 4, 2025
Here's the revised plan and specifications for RCB's felicitation ceremony
There will be a felicitation function for the RCB team at the Chinnaswamy Stadium from 5 pm IST to 6 pm IST.
Entry is restricted to ticket / pass holders only.
There will be no victory parade.
Due to limited parking, the public are advised to use the Metro and other public transport.
Public are advised to avoid the CBD area from 3 pm IST to 8 pm IST.
The open bus parade planned by Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to celebrate their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 triumph has been cancelled due to heavy traffic congestion in the city.
RCB had earlier announced a victory parade after their six-run win over Punjab Kings (PBKS) on Tuesday night in Ahmedabad. The celebratory event was scheduled to begin at 3:30 PM IST on June 4, starting from Vidhana Soudha and concluding at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
As per the revised schedule, the RCB team will be felicitated at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru from 5 PM to 6 PM. Players will meet Honourable Chief Minister of Karnataka, Siddaramaiah, at Vidhana Soudha and go directly to the venue from there.
Entry to the venue will be restricted to those with valid passes. Attendees have been advised to use the Metro and other public transport due to limited parking availability around the stadium.
RCB finally ended their 18-year-long wait for IPL glory by clinching their maiden title with a thrilling six-run win over an in-form Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 final, held on June 3 in Ahmedabad. The victory, which came on the back of a gritty all-round performance, sparked scenes of unbridled emotion and celebration both on the field and in the dressing room.
Since that historic night, the celebrations have been non-stop — from emotional tributes and heartfelt interviews to social media exploding with congratulatory messages.
Now, the party shifts to Bengaluru — the heart and soul of RCB. The team is set to return home to a hero's welcome, where they'll celebrate their long-awaited triumph with their most passionate supporters.
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