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Time of India
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bengaluru erupts in fireworks as RCB clinch IPL 2025 trophy; Dinesh Karthik, Faf du Plessis join online celebrations
Surely a special night for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fans! The 18th edition, for jersey No. 18, played on 5/4/2025 (which totals to 18) — it felt like all the stars had aligned for Virat Kohli and the franchise he's loyally stood by. As the final over began, it was clear that the IPL 2025 trophy was finally headed to RCB. Virat Kohli was visibly emotional, dropping to his knees as tears flowed — a release of 18 years of passion, effort, and heartbreak. Though the victory took place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, the celebrations had already erupted back in Bengaluru. Fireworks light up Bengaluru As celebrations erupted across the city, fans took to X (formerly Twitter) to share photos and videos of the electrifying atmosphere in Bengaluru. Politician G.B. Vinay Kumar posted a video of fireworks lighting up the night sky, writing, "Unbelievable. Bangalore right now." Unbelievable. Bangalore right now 🥳🥳❤️ #RCBvPBKS Dinesh Karthik, Faf du Plessis join online celebrations While AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle were in Ahmedabad celebrating with the boys, other former RCB stars joined the festivities online. Dinesh Karthik, now part of RCB's coaching setup, posted a series of pictures on X with the caption: "Champions." Champions 🏆 #RCB #IPLFinals Former RCB captain Faf du Plessis also took to X, simply writing, "RCB" with clapping emojis — a nod to the long-awaited win. RCB 👏👏👏 @RCBTweets RCB lifts first-ever IPL trophy Virat Kohli — the man in jersey No. 18, the face of 18 years of loyalty, resilience, and unshakable commitment — had every reason to celebrate like never before. As the final moments unfolded, an emotional Kohli jumped into Philip Salt's arms, then turned to embrace head coach Andy Flower and his wife, Anushka Sharma, sealing the moment with a kiss on her forehead. Mayank Agarwal and the rest of the RCB squad joined in, while Josh Hazlewood shared a warm hug with Anushka. On the other side of the pitch, Prabhsimran Singh was seen being comforted by head coach Ricky Ponting — a quiet moment amid the roaring celebration.
NDTV
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Anushka Sharma Wipes Virat Kohli's Tears After He Hugs Her Post IPL Triumph. RCB Icon Then Does This
18 years in the making. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Virat Kohli overcame years of heartbreak to finally lift the Indian Premier League (IPL) title on Tuesday. In a final of close margins, RCB edged out Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 6 runs at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. For Kohli, however, meant a lot much more. After all, he gave every ounce of his energy for the franchise. Friends and former colleagues were in attendance to witness Kohli finally get his hands on the trophy. An emotional Kohli was thronged by his teammates after the final ball was bowled. Kohli's wife, Anushka Sharma, was also present inside the stadium to support her husband and RCB. After bathing in glory, alongside his teammates, Kohli went to hug Anushka, who was seen wiping his husband's tears. After embracing each other for a few seconds, Kohli planted a kiss on the forehead of Anushka, who has been coming to support the team even before the two got married. Since 2014, to be precise. virat running to anushka, after winning everything — T(@iklamhaa) June 3, 2025 VIRAT kohli & Anushka Sharma — Devilal Bangra (@devilalbangra3) June 3, 2025 RCB finally lifts the IPL trophy And Virat runs straight into the arms of Anushka. A moment. A legacy. A love story. #RCB #IPL2025 — Kay (@KaminiK04071451) June 3, 2025 Best Hug of the world Bhaiya and bhabhi 🩷 #RCBvsPBKS #IPLFinals virat kohli 🫂 anushka sharma — RanaJi (@RanaTells) June 3, 2025 After the match, Kohli spoke candidly about his loyalty to the team and his motivation to keep pushing himself even at this stage of his career. "I've stayed loyal to this team, and they've stayed loyal to me. My heart is with Bangalore, my soul is with Bangalore. There were other moments, but I stuck with RCB because it means everything to me," he added. Kohli also hinted at the approaching end of his career but made it clear that he intends to give his all until the very last day. "There is an end date to every career. Before that day comes, I want to be able to say I gave it everything I had. I can't just be an 'impact player' - I want to contribute across 20 overs, in every way I can. That's who I've always been. God's given me the talent and perspective, and I want to use it to help the team however I can," he said. (With IANS Inputs)
India Today
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Shreyas Iyer fails in IPL 2025 final, Virat Kohli erupts in ecstatic celebration
Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer chose the wrong moment to falter with the bat. In the IPL 2025 final, the star batter was dismissed for just 1 during a high-pressure chase of 191 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Shreyas looked devastated as he walked off after edging behind in the 10th over of the was undone by a fine delivery from part-time pacer Romario Shepherd, who hit a good length and got the ball to seam away at the last moment. The Punjab skipper offered a tentative poke, and Romario immediately went up in appeal. The on-field umpire had no hesitation in raising his finger. IPL 2025 Final: UpdatesShreyas didn't even consider a review and walked back, disappointment writ large across his face. Punjab were 79 for 3 at the time, slipping into trouble just as the asking rate was beginning to climb. Understanding the significance of the wicket, Virat Kohli, fielding inside the 30-yard circle, burst into unrestrained celebration. He sprinted towards the pitch and leapt in the air, fist-pumping with Romario Shepherd in a moment of raw had headed into the final after having smashed 87 off 33 in the Qualifier 2 against Mumbai Indians. Iyer, however, was not able to use the momentum in the final, paying the price for a half-hearted strikes GOLD!Massive moment! Sarpanch Shreyas departs and #RCB would look to get on top from this stage!Who takes control from here?LIVE NOW #RCBvPBKS on Star Sports Network & JioHotstar Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) June 3, 2025advertisementRCB had earlier put up a disciplined bowling performance after posting 190 on a surface that was two-paced. At the halfway mark, questions were raised as to whether the total would be enough given Punjab's explosive batting RCB's bowlers stepped up. Josh Hazlewood delivered early, removing Priyansh Arya and breaking an opening partnership of Singh had an off-day, struggling to time the ball before falling to Krunal Pandya, who turned the tide with his crafty spin. The left-arm all-rounder delivered a match-defining spell, choking the scoring and striking at crucial Inglis was the only Punjab batter who looked fluent, finding boundaries with ease. But with wickets tumbling at the other end, the pressure caught up. Inglis fell for 39 off 23 balls in the 13th over, miscuing a big shot off Pandya finished with figures of 2 for 17 from his four overs, a crucial performance in the Virat Kohli had faced criticism for playing a restrained knock. The RCB star made 43 off 35 balls, opting for a more cautious approach in the early stages of the updated on IPL 2025 with India Today! Get match schedules, team squads, live score, and the latest IPL points table for CSK, MI, RCB, KKR, SRH, LSG, DC, GT, PBKS, and RR. Plus, keep track of the top contenders for the IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap. Don't miss a moment!Trending Reel IN THIS STORY#IPL 2025
Time of India
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
IPL 2025: Virat Kohli in tears as RCB lift maiden title after 18 years — ‘The dream moment for the GOAT,' say fans
In the IPL 2025 final held in Ahmedabad on Tuesday, Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their first-ever Indian Premier League title by defeating Punjab Kings by six runs. After nearly two decades of heartbreak, RCB fans finally witnessed their team lift the trophy, with emotions pouring from players and supporters alike. RCB bowlers seal a tight win Punjab Kings were set a target of 191 and despite a few promising moments, their batting unit collapsed under pressure. Only Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, and Josh Inglis managed to put up some resistance. Shashank Singh fought a lone battle as wickets kept falling around him. RCB's bowlers, consistent throughout the match, tightened their grip in the final overs to ensure a narrow yet historic win. Kohli and Mayank steady after early blow Batting first, RCB lost Phil Salt early for just 16 runs when the score was 18. However, Mayank Agarwal and Virat Kohli helped rebuild the innings. Agarwal contributed 24 runs before being dismissed by Yuzvendra Chahal with the team's score at 56. Kohli's steady 43 helped RCB reach a competitive total of 190, which ultimately proved just enough. Social media erupts over Virat Kohli's emotional moment While RCB's maiden win was the big news, what truly caught the attention of social media users was Virat Kohli's emotional reaction. One user wrote, 'Raw emotions of Virat Kohli. It's more than just cricket. Emotion. Faith. And today, it's victory.' Another post read, 'VIRAT KOHLI IN TEARS - THE DREAM MOMENT FOR THE GOAT.' Fans couldn't stop chanting 'RCB RCB EMOTIONAL VIRAT KOHLI Congratulations RCB - Ee sala cup namde.' RCB RCB EMOTIONAL VIRAT KOHLI 🥹Congratulations RCB - Ee sala cup namde ♥️#RCBvsPBKS | #IPLFinals | #ViratKohli A widely shared image of Kohli hugging his wife Anushka Sharma was also captioned with, 'VIRAT KOHLI HUGGING ANUSHKA SHARMA & HE GOT EMOTIONAL.' VIRAT KOHLI HUGGING ANUSHKA SHARMA & HE GOT EMOTIONAL. ❤️ The emotional depth of the moment, after 18 years of near misses, connected deeply with RCB supporters and cricket fans worldwide. RCB's long-awaited victory and Virat Kohli's raw emotions made the IPL 2025 final unforgettable — both on the field and online. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral follow Indiatimes Trending.
NDTV
7 hours ago
- Business
- NDTV
Anushka Sharma Looks Grim As Virat Kohli Fails To Go Big In RCB vs PBKS IPL 2025 Final
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) icon Virat Kohli hit a clumsy 35-ball 43 in the Indian Premier League (IPL) final against Punjab Kings (PBKS) on Tuesday. Kohli hit just three boundaries during his stay in the middle, before being caught and bowled by Azmatullah Omarzai on the penultimate ball of the 15th over. The 36-year-old mistimed a rising delivery to give Omarzai a crucial wicket for PBKS. Kohli's wife Anushka Sharma, who was in the stands, was completely shattered following the dismissal. Anushka seemed visibly subdued, just like thousands of fans who were in the stands to support RCB and Kohli. US ANUSHKA US. #IPLFinals #RCBvPBKS — Prashant Shukla (@PrashantSh67875) June 3, 2025 Virat played the anchor's role for the majority of the first innings but failed to convert it into a substantial score. RCB struggled to find its power-hitting mojo in the middle overs and required firepower to shift the momentum in their favour. For the majority of the time, Virat struggled to find a way to escape Punjab's short-ball ploy before returning on 43 from 35 deliveries. Irfan wasn't pleased with Virat's 122.86 strike rate, considering how the pitch played out and the amount of time he spent on the field. Following his dismissal, the 36-year-old batting maestro ended his campaign with 657 runs in 15 matches and innings at an average of 54.75, with a strike rate of 144.71, with eight fifties. His best score this season is 73*. It took a brisk approach from the middle-order to notch up cracking shots and power RCB to 190/9. Still, Arshdeep Singh (3/40) and Kyle Jamieson's (3/48) sizzling three-wicket hauls denied Bengaluru a 200-run mark. Earlier, PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and opted to bowl in what was a repeat of IPL 2025 Qualifier 1.
