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'Thanks To All Who Made My Dream Come True': Vijay Mallya Tweets After RCB's Win

Last Updated: Ex-RCB owner Vijay Mallya's posts about RCB's IPL 2025 win have gone viral. Ex-owner of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) franchise and Indian fugitive Vijay Mallya's posts about the team's IPL 2025 triumph have gone viral on social media. Mallya first posted about the franchise immediately after they beat Punjab Kings by six runs at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. He lauded their 'balanced team' and even praised the support staff, concluding the message with the popular Kannada phrase ' Ee sala cup namde' (this year, the cup will be ours). '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 !!" he wrote. The next post was more about himself and the dream he saw for the franchise. He took a bit of credit for picking 'King' Virat Kohli, Chris Gaye and AB de Villiers in 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 and it is remarkable that he has stayed with RCB for 18 years. I also had the honour of picking Chris Gayle the Universe Boss and Mr 360 AB DeVillers who remain an indelible part of RCB history. Finally, the IPL trophy arrives in Bengaluru. Congratulations and thanks again to all who made my dream come true. RCB fans are the very best and they deserve the IPL trophy. Ee Sala Cup Bengaluru baruthe !" Mallya added. advetisement Politicians and sportspersons belonging to the city took to twitter to express their delight. 'Huge congratulations to RCB on this unforgettable, historic victory. 18 years of passion, loyalty, and never giving up – and tonight, it all came together! 'You've made every Kannadiga's dream come true This is more than a win – it's an emotional moment for the entire RCB Army. Karnataka roars with pride," wrote Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on his X handle. Former RCB skipper and leg-spin legend Anil Kumble too joined the wishers' list. top videos View All 'Congratulations to @RCBTweets on a fantastic IPL win! A well deserved title after a long wait," he wrote. (With PTI Inputs) First Published: June 04, 2025, 06:00 IST