IPL 2025 Final is here! Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) are set to clash for their first-ever IPL trophy. Who will make history?
A Final Like No Other
It’s happening!
After two months of action-packed cricket, IPL 2025 comes down to this:
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) vs. Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
With over 130,000 fans expected and millions watching worldwide, this is not just a final—it’s a moment in history.
RCB: Will the Wait Finally End?
RCB’s fan base is one of the most loyal in the league. But they’ve also faced heartbreak year after year.
🟥 Final Appearances Before 2025:
- 2009 – Lost
- 2011 – Lost
- 2016 – Lost
This is their 4th final, and the pressure is sky-high. But this time, things look different.
🔥 Star Performers:
- Virat Kohli – 672 runs in 15 matches, average 56.0, 1 century, 6 fifties
- Glenn Maxwell – 398 runs and 12 wickets, a true all-round force
- Mohammed Siraj – 21 wickets, economy 6.9
Virat Kohli, the heart of RCB, said,
“We’ve waited a long time. This is our moment.”
PBKS: The Rise of Underdogs
Punjab Kings entered the tournament with low expectations. But under Shreyas Iyer, they’ve shown grit, teamwork, and hunger.
This is their first final since 2014, and they’re eager to make it count.
⭐ Key Players:
- Liam Livingstone – 445 runs, strike rate of 157
- Shreyas Iyer – 493 runs, average 41.0, 5 half-centuries
- Arshdeep Singh – 23 wickets, including a 4-wicket haul in the Qualifier
PBKS has peaked at the right time. Their comeback against MI in the Eliminator and the win over CSK in the Qualifier 2 have boosted team morale.
Head-to-Head This Season
- League Stage Match 1: PBKS won by 4 wickets (Livingstone 82*)
- League Stage Match 2: RCB won by 27 runs (Kohli 91, Siraj 3/25)
This makes the final clash even more thrilling—each side has one win over the other!
Pitch Report & Conditions
The Ahmedabad pitch has seen big totals this season.
- Avg 1st innings score: 190
- Dew factor in 2nd innings
Expect both teams to prefer batting first under pressure.
The Build-Up: Emotions and Energy
Fans are flooding social media. Memes, predictions, throwback moments—it’s all happening.
RCB fans dream of finally chanting “Ee Sala Cup Namde” with truth behind it.
PBKS fans hope to end their underdog story with a fairy-tale finish.
“Two teams, zero titles. One champion will rise.”
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Final Prediction: Who Will Win?
It’s tough to say.
- If Kohli fires, RCB looks unstoppable.
- If PBKS bowlers strike early, they’ll control the game.
What’s certain? History will be made tonight.
Conclusion: A Final Worth Remembering
It’s not just about cricket.
It’s about fans, passion, and legacy.
RCB and PBKS will battle for their first-ever IPL title.
No matter who wins, this final will be etched in cricket history.
Stay with Recital Blog for the full match review after the final.