RCB fans heartbroken as victory parade gets cancelled after Bengaluru Police denies permission: ‘We waited 18 years for this moment'
After 18 long years of heartbreak and near misses, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally lifted their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) trophy with a thrilling six-run win over Punjab Kings (PBKS) on June 3. The team was all set to celebrate their long-awaited win with fans in an open-bus victory parade through Bengaluru after landing in the city at 3:30 PM IST on June 4. Excitement was already building among supporters, many of whom were planning to line the streets to cheer for their heroes. However, the parade has been cancelled, and instead, a felicitation ceremony will take place at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Why has RCB's victory parade been cancelled?
The much-anticipated RCB victory parade has officially been called off after Bengaluru police reportedly denied permission to the franchise. The open-bus parade was meant to be a heartfelt thank-you to fans who've stood by the team for nearly two decades. Instead, the Bengaluru Traffic Police issued an updated advisory confirming that there will be no victory parade. They also urged the public to avoid the Central Business District (CBD) area between 3 PM and 8 PM and to opt for Metro and public transport, citing limited parking near Chinnaswamy Stadium.
The last-minute change has left many fans visibly disappointed, especially those who had already gathered to witness history. While no detailed official explanation has been released, authorities have raised concerns about crowd control and logistical safety.
Felicitations for going ahead at Chinnaswamy Stadium
Though the street parade may not happen, the celebrations are not completely cancelled. RCB will be felicitated at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium from 5 PM to 6 PM IST on the same day. The event will be open only to ticket and pass holders. With very limited parking near the venue, the public has been advised to use Metro services and public transport.
Fans express disappointment over last-minute cancellation
Many fans expressed their frustration online, upset that the long-awaited victory parade was cancelled at the last minute. Several called it a missed opportunity to celebrate the historic win with the city.
One user wrote, "RCB fans waited 18 years for this moment, and there's no victory parade? While traffic concerns are real, the Karnataka Government had ample time to plan better. Celebrations shouldn't feel like an inconvenience. They should feel like a festival, especially in Bengaluru."
RCB fans waited 18 years for this moment, and there's no victory parade? While traffic concerns are real, the Karnataka Government had ample time to plan better. Celebrations shouldn't feel like an inconvenience. They should feel like a festival, especially in Bengaluru.
Another user said, "I'm not even an RCB fan, but the Karnataka Govt. cancelling the open bus victory parade is taking away a lot from the fans. If anyone deserved to celebrate this victory with the team, it is the people of the city who waited and supported the team for 18 years! I'm pretty sure that's what the team also wants."
I'm not even an RCB fan but the Karnataka Govt cancelling the open bus victory parade is taking away a lot from the fans. If anyone deserved to celebrate this victory with the team, it is the people of the city who waited and supported the team for 18 years! I'm pretty sure…
"You just ruined the hard-fought victory after an ~18-year drought.
And it's not just on behalf of every Kannadiga; RCB has fans pan-India and across the globe.
PLEASE ALLOW VICTORY PARADE, DO NOT HURT THE FANS.
Karnataka police should take a leaf out of Mumbai Police's books," a third fan added.
I don't care what you do @RCBTweets , we want a victory parade, pull all the strings in your strength, make it happen please 🙏🏻🙏🏻, if those corrupt leeches political leaders are shameless asking for bribes, give them that, but please make it happen 🙏🏻🙏🏻#ViratKohli𓃵 #RCB
"Please tell me the news reporting as Victory parade cancelled due to traffic congestion is just rumours. We Bangaloreans have always suffered the traffic congestion, today is no different; if there's congestion, we will suffer one more day," mentioned one user.
@BlrCityPolice @CMofKarnataka please tell me the news reporting as Victory parade cancelled due to traffic congestion is just rumours. We Bangaloreans have always suffered the traffic congestion, today is no different, if there's congestion we will suffer one more day. #RCB
Virat and the team had been waiting for this moment
For RCB, this parade wasn't just about the trophy; it was about finally sharing their triumph with their fans. Virat Kohli, who top-scored in the final with 43 runs, had earlier said he would only fully 'feel it' when they celebrated the win in front of the people of Bengaluru. This win marked a full-circle moment for Kohli, who has been part of the RCB journey since the beginning. The team, along with player of the match Krunal Pandya, had been eagerly looking forward to riding through the city with the trophy — a moment now left hanging in the air.
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