Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their first-ever Indian Premier League title after 18 years of heartbreak and rebuilds. The iconic no. 18, Virat Kohli, played a key role in leading the team to victory, scoring 657 runs in the tournament. Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar congratulated RCB on their historic win, highlighting the significance of jersey no. 18 lifting the trophy in the 18th edition. Kohli, who has been with RCB since 2008, expressed his emotions at finally achieving the long-awaited victory.
In the final against Punjab Kings, RCB posted 190/9 with Kohli top-scoring with 43 runs. Punjab’s chase fell short at 184/7 despite Shashank Singh’s unbeaten 61 off 30 balls. Krunal Pandya’s spell of 2/17 proved crucial in restricting Punjab’s momentum. Kohli, the third-highest run-getter of the season, lifted the trophy alongside former RCB legends AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle in a fitting tribute. The win marked a significant moment in RCB’s history, ending their drought of three previous final losses.
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