Virat Kohli’s entry into the IPL 2025 final at Narendra Modi Stadium was met with thunderous applause as RCB faced PBKS. Shreyas Iyer chose to bowl after winning the toss. Kohli, seeking his first IPL title, stepped onto the field amidst immense pressure, hoping to lead RCB to victory in what could be a defining moment.
Shreyas Iyer’s Punjab Kings won the toss and elected to field against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2025 final in Ahmedabad. Both captains expressed a desire to bowl first, with Rajat Patidar acknowledging the hard surface. Both teams are unchanged from their previous matches, with Phil Salt returning for RCB after attending his child’s birth.
Ahead of the IPL 2025 final between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings in Ahmedabad, Chris Gayle, the ‘Universe Boss’, was spotted wearing a vibrant red turban and an RCB jersey. Gayle’s appearance has sparked speculation about his support for either of his former teams.
Shankar Mahadevan and his sons, Siddharth and Shivam, delivered a musical tribute to the Indian armed forces at the IPL 2025 closing ceremony in Ahmedabad. The performance preceded the RCB vs PBKS match. This year’s IPL faced a week-long suspension due to tensions between India and Pakistan following Operation Sindoor, India’s response to the Pahalgam terror attack.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings will clash in the IPL final at Narendra Modi Stadium, guaranteeing a first-time champion. This marks only the second instance, since 2010, where two first-time title-hungry teams meet in the summit clash.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru fans are fervently hoping to end their 18-year title drought as they face Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 Final. Prayers and rituals are being performed across India, including a wedding ceremony in Nepal turned into a support rally. In Bengaluru, a havan was conducted, and a car was adorned with lemons and chillies.
Ahead of the Indian Premier League 2025 final clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings, former RCB player Robin Uthappa has passionately voiced his support for his former team. In a video message, Uthappa acknowledged both teams’ impressive journeys but expressed his strong desire to see RCB lift the trophy.
Shreyas Iyer has been the point of difference for Punjab Kings on multiple occasions in the 2025 IPL. As they prepare to play in their first IPL final in almost 11 years, the captain recalled an outrageous offer made by a fan if he ends up leading his team to the ultimate prize on Tuesday.
Ahmedabad’s mood ahead of the IPL 2025 final between RCB and PBKS is unexpectedly subdued, with low fan turnout and sluggish merchandise sales. Despite star power and high stakes, the city lacks buzz. Rain remains a threat but excitement lingers as fans await a new champion. Will it be Rajat Patidar’s RCB or Shreyas Iyer’s Punjab Kings?
Royal Challengers Bangalore and Punjab Kings will battle for a ₹20 crore prize in the IPL 2025 final at Narendra Modi Stadium, with the runner-up receiving ₹12.5 crore. The IPL’s financial structure, consistent since 2022, showcases substantial growth from its inaugural season, where the winner got ₹4.8 crore.