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RCB fans celebrate historic IPL victory with Vijay Mallya posters in Bengaluru | Cricket News

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Ahmedabad: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (PTI Photo/Arun Sharma) As Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clinched their maiden IPL title after an 18-year wait, the streets of Bengaluru erupted in jubilation. Among the sea of red jerseys and celebratory chants, a notable sight caught attention: fans holding up posters of Vijay Mallya, the team’s original owner. Mallya, who founded RCB in 2008, played a pivotal role in shaping the franchise’s early identity. Despite his current legal controversies and self-imposed exile, many fans still associate him with RCB’s foundation years. IPL 2025 Final | Rishi Sunak Interview: ‘I am a big Virat Kohli fan… RCB is my team’ Adding to the sentiment, Mallya posted a heartfelt message on X (formerly Twitter), saying:“When I founded RCB it was my dream that the IPL trophy should come to Bengaluru. I had the privilege of picking the legendary King Kohli as a youngster and it is remarkable that he has stayed with RCB for 18 years. I also had the honour of picking Chris Gayle the Universe Boss and Mr 360 AB DeVillers who remain an indelible part of RCB history. Finally, the IPL trophy arrives in Bengaluru. Congratulations and thanks again to all who made my dream come true. RCB fans are the very best and they deserve the IPL trophy. Ee Sala Cup Bengaluru baruthe!” RCB edged Punjab Kings by six runs in a tense final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Batting first, they posted 190/9 with Kohli scoring 43. In reply, PBKS fell short at 184/7, with Josh Hazlewood and Krunal Pandya starring with the ball.

‘Back to…’: Virat Kohli’s heart warming message to Phil Salt after RCB’s maiden IPL triumph | Cricket News

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Phil Salt and Virat Kohli (PTI Photo/Ravi Choudhary) (PTI05_29_2025_000522B) In what felt like a scene pulled straight from a feel-good sports drama, Phil Salt’s past 48 hours have been nothing short of magical. The England and RCB opener not only played a key role in helping Royal Challengers Bengaluru lift their maiden IPL trophy, but also became a father for the very first time.After the thrilling six-run win over Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 final at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Virat Kohli took to Instagram to share a photo with Salt where both holding the IPL trophy and with a caption that melted hearts:“Well done partner. Now go back to the real stuff and get ready for changing diapers.” Virat Kohli Insta Story Salt’s whirlwind journey has made him the toast of RCB fans. While he didn’t have a big score in the final, his early tournament impact and unwavering energy in the field were crucial to RCB’s dream run. His stunning catch in the deep during the final — reverse cupped while running at full tilt — was one of the defining moments of the night. IPL 2025 Final | Rishi Sunak Interview: ‘I am a big Virat Kohli fan… RCB is my team’ But the biggest moment of Salt’s life came just hours before the match, when he welcomed his first child. Flying back to India in time for the final, Salt showed incredible commitment and capped it with silverware. Phil Salt Insta Post For Salt, the last two days were more than cricket. It was about legacy, both personal and professional and RCB’s long-awaited glory was the perfect way to begin a new chapter in more ways than one.