Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their first IPL title in 2025, defeating Punjab Kings by 6 runs in a historic final at Narendra Modi Stadium. Rajat Patidar's team held their nerve, with Krunal Pandya and Bhuvneshwar Kumar delivering under pressure. RCB had earlier dominated PBKS in Qualifier 1, while PBKS eliminated Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2.
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