Finally, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) ended their long wait for a trophy, as they lifted the IPL 2025 trophy after beating Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the Final by six runs in Ahmedabad on Tuesday night (June 3).

After Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer chose to field first, RCB scored 190/9 in 20 overs. In reply, Punjab Kings managed to score 184/7 in 20 overs, while they required 29 runs in the last over. Despite hitting three sixes and one four in the final four balls of the match, as Shashank Singh scored a fighting 61 not out off 30 balls with three fours and six sixes, it wasn’t enough for the Punjab franchise. 

For RCB, opener Virat Kohli scored 43 off 35 balls, while the team also had four useful 20s. 

Among the Punjab Kings bowlers, Arshdeep Singh (3/40) and Kyle Jamieson (3/48) picked up three wickets each. Meanwhile, the Player of the Match Krunal Pandya had the bowling figures of 4-0-17-2, and he was one among the two RCB bowlers with two wickets in the second innings, along with the pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar (2/38).

Here, we have brought the top 3 moments that changed the IPL 2025 Final: RCB vs PBKS

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Virat Kohli's innings, which Punjab Kings missed

Although Virat Kohli may face criticism for his slow knock by scoring 43 off 35 balls with three fours, his presence allowed the other batters to play comfortably, and most importantly, rotating the strike continued in the crucial middle overs. His presence didn’t allow many dot balls for RCB in the middle overs (7th to 15th overs), as RCB played only nine dot balls during the period, while PBKS played 20 dot balls (excluding leg byes). Meanwhile, Kohli played only three dot balls in the match, including two dot balls in the middle overs (excluding his dismissal). Although RCB were losing wickets in their possible dominant moments, Kohli’s presence assured the balance in the innings to drive the team to a challenging total.

Krunal Pandya: Andy Flower’s special name proved once again

Krunal Pandya was the hero for RCB in the first game of the season when they beat the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders in Kolkata. It was just a glimpse of his incredible IPL 2025 story, as the head coach Andy Flower was desperate to secure him for RCB in the IPL 2025 auction after previously working with him for the Lucknow Super Giants.

In the IPL 2025 final, Krunal delivered the best bowling figures of the match, 4-0-17-2, along with the most dot balls (12 dot balls). The left-arm spinner superbly controlled Punjab Kings’ middle overs while he took two important wickets of the set batters Prabhsimran Singh (26) and Josh Inglis (39). Krunal finished the season with 17 wickets, the joint second-most wickets for RCB in the IPL 2025, along with the best economy rate (at least bowled in two innings) for his team this season (8.23). 

Early dismissal of captain Shreyas Iyer  

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer played many inspiring innings for his franchise in the IPL 2025. The leading run-scorer of the team this season was crucial for the Final as PBKS were expecting another strong batting performance from him. Coming to bat at no.4 in the ninth over after the dismissal of the set opener Prabhsimran Singh, PBKS skipper Iyer scored only one run as he was caught behind playing a lazy cut while facing the second delivery of the innings. That dismissal cost the team hugely, as they failed to rotate the strike properly. 

RCB vs PBKS Match Preview

The IPL 2025 season has provided over two months of thrilling action-packed cricket, leaving only two teams standing. Royal Challengers Bengaluru will face Punjab Kings in the final on Tuesday night in Ahmedabad. With both chasing their first title, the stage is set for a thrilling battle. This could easily go into the final overs, with both teams giving their all in the season's biggest game. 

RCB vs PBKS Match Details 

Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Punjab Kings – Final Match, IPL 2025

Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

Date & Time: 03rd June 2025 at 07:30 PM IST

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

RCB vs PBKS Venue Stats

RCB vs PBKS Pitch Report

The Narendra Modi Stadium pitch is usually ideal for T20s — batters prefer it, but pacers as well as those who vary in speed can also benefit. As the game progresses, the pitch may slow down slightly, making it more difficult to score freely later on.

RCB vs PBKS Weather Report

The weather in Ahmedabad will remain slightly cloudy and cool in the evening, but there is no chance of rain, so we should have a full match.  

RCB vs PBKS Last Five Matches

RCB vs PBKS Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

Also Read: IPL 2025: RCB vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Final Match

RCB vs PBKS Probable Playing XIs:

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Probable Playing XIs

Punjab Kings Probable Playing XIs

Priyansh Arya, Josh Inglis (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Shashank Singh, Azmatullah Omarzai, Kyle Jamieson, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Prabhsimran Singh (Impact Player)

Topmost Picks for RCB vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Royal Challengers Bengaluru

• Virat Kohli – Virat Kohli continues to be the engine with the bat—614 runs in 15 innings, averaging 56 with a strike rate of 146.53.
• Josh Hazlewood –  Josh Hazlewood's return from injury in the first Qualifier significantly improved the bowling lineup. He wasted no time and took 3 for 21 in 3.1 overs.

Top Picks – Punjab Kings

• Shreyas Iyer – Shreyas Iyer has confidently led the middle order, scoring 597 runs in 16 games at a strike rate of 175
• Arshdeep Singh –  Arshdeep Singh led the charge with 18 wickets in 16 matches, averaging 8.79 per over.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for RCB vs PBKS Dream11 Team:

Philip Salt(VC), Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Shreyas Iyer(C), Priyansh Arya, Marcus Stoinis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, Josh Hazlewood

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for RCB vs PBKS Dream11 Team:

Philip Salt, Jitesh Sharma, Josh Inglis(VC), Virat Kohli(C), Shreyas Iyer, Marcus Stoinis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Krunal Pandya, Yash Dayal, Arshdeep Singh, Josh Hazlewood

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer

Vice-captain – Josh Inglis, Philip Salt

Wicketkeeper – Philip Salt

RCB vs PBKS Probable Winners:

Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings are both vying for their first IPL title. RCB is making their first finals appearances in nine years, while Punjab has been waiting eleven years. There will almost certainly be nerves on both sides. Nonetheless, RCB will arrive with a more optimistic outlook. They've already defeated Punjab twice this year, including a convincing victory in the first Qualifier. Such a result can have a significant impact on one's mindset. However, a victory in the second Qualifier would have boosted Punjab as well, and they will fight hard to recover. This could go any way, with both teams giving their all, but Punjab's strong batting simply gives them an advantage. Considering the team combination, Royal Challengers Bengaluru is expected to win this match.