Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings are set to clash in the IPL 2025 final, both seeking a historic win. RCB aims to break their title drought, while PBKS seeks their first title since 2014. The Ahmedabad pitch favors batting, and warm, slightly muggy conditions are expected for the evening match.
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