'Ee Sala Cup Namdu': Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers & Chris Gayle Celebrate RCB’s Maiden IPL Title

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally clinched their first IPL title after 18 long years, defeating Punjab Kings by 6 runs in the 2025 final at Narendra Modi STadium on Tuesday, June 3. Kohli was joined by AB devilliers and Chris Gayle who changed the phrase 'Ee Sala Cup Namde’ to 'Ee Sala Cup Namdu'

Virat Kohli on winning the maiden IPL title

Virat Kohli who had been with the franchise since the inception was down to his knees with eyes overflowing with emotion once the final ball of the match was bowled by Josh Hazlewood.

Speaking after the win he said, This win is as much for the fans as it is for the team. I’ve given this team my youth and my prime. Tried to win it every season, gave it everything. Never thought this day would come, was overcome with emotion after we won. What ABD has done for the franchise is tremendous, told him ‘this is as much yours as it is ours’. He deserves to be on the podium, lifting the cup. This win is right up there, I’ve stayed loyal to this team. I had moments otherwise, but I stayed with them and them with me. My heart is with Bangalore, my soul is with Bangalore. God’s blessed me with perspective and talent. Just put my head down and worked as heart as I can."

RCB breaks maiden record after winning IPL trophy

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Tuesday, June 3 broke the record for the longest wait for a maiden title after beating Punjab Kings by 6 runs in the final played at Narendra Modi Stadium. The record was previously belonged to Mumbai Indians, who won their maiden title in their sixth season in 2013.

KKR achieved the feat in their fifth attempt while SRH and CSK took four and three seasons respectively. Rajasthan Royals and GT had won the title on debut in 2008 and 2022 respectively.