Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their first Indian Premier League title. Virat Kohli led the team to victory against Punjab Kings. The final match was tense. Kohli expressed his emotions after the win. He dedicated the victory to the fans and AB de Villiers. Kohli emphasized his loyalty to the Bangalore franchise. He said the win was special.
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