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RCB Battles PBKS in Thrilling IPL 2025 Final Showdown
Ahmedabad, India – The 2025 IPL Final kicked off with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) facing off against Punjab Kings (PBKS) for the championship title. Batting first, RCB scored 190 runs for the loss of 9 wickets in their allotted 20 overs.
Virat Kohli led RCB’s charge, scoring 43 runs off 35 balls. Both teams have met three times this season, with RCB winning twice, while PBKS has claimed one victory. PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer aims to lead his team to revenge after falling short in the previous meetings. Meanwhile, RCB’s skipper Rajat Patidar looks to break the streak of finals losses.
The match saw a strong bowling performance from RCB, especially from Krunal Pandya, who took key wickets, including that of Jos Inglis, marking a turning point in the match. As the game progressed, PBKS struggled to maintain a stable run rate, leading to noticeable pressure during their run chase.
Reflecting on previous matches, analysts noted that PBKS has a track record of successful chases this season, but they faced the daunting task of overcoming a competitive target set by RCB.
During the matchup, both teams showcased big hitters, yet RCB concerns over Tim David‘s fitness loomed over their strategy. PBKS considered changing their batting lineup, opting to utilize Harpreet Brar due to recent performances.
As the chase unfolded, PBKS needed a significant partnership to remain in contention as wickets began to tumble under RCB’s disciplined bowling attack. Iyer’s departure, reminiscent of a previous World Cup fail against Australia, added to PBKS’s woes, leaving them seeking momentum.
The final moments of the match revealed both teams’ desperation for runs, leading to nail-biting exchanges. With every bowler’s performance critical, how the match would conclude remained uncertain until the final overs.
Finally, as the overs dwindled, excitement built among fans believing in either side’s potential triumph. RCB aimed to secure their first IPL trophy, while PBKS aspired to achieve their maiden championship title.
