Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured their first IPL title in 2025, defeating Punjab Kings in a thrilling final at Ahmedabad. Virat Kohli scored 43 as RCB posted 190/9, despite losing 4 wickets for 19 runs late. A stunning boundary catch by Phil Salt to dismiss Priyansh Arya shifted momentum. Josh Hazlewood's tight death bowling sealed the win. This victory ended RCB’s 18-year wait and fulfilled Kohli’s long-held dream of lifting the IPL trophy.