SRINAGAR: After 18 years, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) etched their name in Indian Premier League (IPL) history by claiming their first-ever title, defeating Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 6 runs in a thrilling final at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Tuesday.
Led by Virat Kohli, RCB successfully defended a competitive total of 190, credited to bowling display spearheaded by Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Krunal Pandya. Chasing 191 for victory, PBKS fell short, finishing at 184 for 7 in their 20 overs.
The win marked an emotional moment for RCB fans and especially for Virat Kohli, who had been part of the franchise since its inception in 2008. This was RCB’s fourth appearance in an IPL final and their first since 2016. In contrast, it was PBKS’s second appearance, having last reached the final in 2014.
