After 18 years of heartbreak, near-misses, and unwavering fan support, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have finally clinched their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title. In a nail-biting final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, RCB edged past Punjab Kings by a thrilling six-run margin, etching a historic moment in the franchise’s legacy.
Virat Kohli, the heartbeat of RCB for nearly two decades, led the celebrations in what was an emotional and iconic culmination to years of dedication. But the victory wasn’t just his — it belonged to every RCB fan who stood by the team through thick and thin.
Amid the celebrations, Kohli shared a heartfelt moment with RCB legends AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle, who were present in Ahmedabad to witness the triumph. Speaking live on-air, Kohli said:
“I hope these two are coming to Bengaluru with us tomorrow. It’s going to be something special — I hope you guys cover it.”
“YES! We are covering it, Virat,” they posted alongside a photo of the iconic trio. Special broadcast coverage began at 8:30 AM IST on Wednesday, with the RCB victory parade in Bengaluru scheduled to follow later in the day.
Kohli, overcome with emotion, dedicated the win to his former teammates:
“I spent my prime years with them. I know how hard we worked to win this. We came close so many times… We gave everything for this franchise.”
Bengaluru Turns Red and Gold
The city of Bengaluru is pulling out all the stops to welcome its champions. A victory parade, fan events, and city-wide celebrations are set to transform Wednesday into a sea of red and gold — a true carnival for RCB faithful.
The reunion of Kohli, ABD, and Gayle is expected to be one of the emotional highlights of the day, as fans relive memories and celebrate the long-awaited glory.
For a team that waited nearly two decades for this moment, the celebrations in Bengaluru are set to be nothing short of legendary.
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