RCB Fans Celebrate Historic IPL Victory After 18 Years

Royal Challengers Bangalore has finally won the IPL trophy after an 18-year wait, bringing joy to fans. Virat Kohli expressed his gratitude to Anushka Sharma for her unwavering support throughout the years. Their emotional moments were shared on social media, highlighting their journey together. Anushka also celebrated the victory with heartfelt videos from the parade, showcasing the excitement of fans. The final match saw RCB's bowlers shine, securing their long-awaited triumph. Discover more about this historic win and the couple's touching moments.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 4, 2025, 18:43 IST

RCB's Long-Awaited Triumph

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) fans are rejoicing as their team has finally secured the IPL trophy after an 18-year wait.

Following this monumental victory, Virat Kohli expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Anushka Sharma, both on and off the field. During the post-match ceremony, he remarked, “It’s been 11 years for her as well, you know. She has been there through thick and thin, supporting us during tough matches and celebrating our near wins. The sacrifices and commitment from a life partner are beyond words. Only those who play professionally can truly appreciate the behind-the-scenes efforts and the challenges faced by their loved ones.”

A Touching Instagram Tribute

Kohli later shared a touching message on Instagram, accompanied by a photo from their victory celebration, stating, “I’ve witnessed this journey for 18 years, and she has been by my side for 11. We’ve shared the same struggles since 2014 and celebrated every close win, feeling the excitement of our fans at Chinnaswamy. This victory is particularly special for her as she is also from Bangalore. Together, we’ve come this far ❤️❤️❤️ @anushkasharma.”

Anushka's Support and Celebration

Anushka, a steadfast supporter of RCB through their highs and lows, shared touching videos from the victory parade in Bengaluru. In one clip, Virat Kohli proudly holds the IPL trophy while Anushka captures the enthusiastic crowd welcoming their champions. She captioned one video, “Namma Bengaluru current scenes,” and in another, she noted, “These happy faces have waited for this very lovingly and patiently.”

Final Match Highlights

In the final match, PBKS performed admirably, limiting RCB to a target of 190 runs. However, RCB's bowlers, including Krunal Pandya, Yash Dayal, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, rose to the occasion at crucial moments.