In today’s IPL match RCB Crowned IPL Champions After 18-Year Wait in Nail-Biting Final

Catch the highlights of today’s IPL match where RCB finally clinched their maiden IPL title! Get the IPL live score, match analysis, and key moments from this thrilling final against PBKS.

In a historic IPL match that will be remembered for years, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) ended their 18-year title drought by defeating Punjab Kings (PBKS) by six runs in a heart-stopping final. The IPL live score reflected a tense battle where RCB’s 190/9 proved just enough to defend against PBKS’ 184/7, sparking wild celebrations among the RCB faithful.

Match Summary: A Final for the Ages

• RCB: 190/9 (Kohli 43, Arshdeep 3-40, Jamieson 3-48)
• PBKS: 184/7 (Shashank 61*, Inglis 39, Krunal 2-17, Bhuvneshwar 2-38)
• Result: RCB won by 6 runs

Key Moments from Today’s IPL Match

1. Kohli’s Gritty Knock Sets the Foundation

Virat Kohli (43 off 35) played a patient innings on a tricky Ahmedabad surface, where the ball held up and made power-hitting difficult. While his strike rate raised eyebrows, his experience proved vital in anchoring RCB’s innings.

2. PBKS’ Bowling Shines

Arshdeep Singh (3/40) and Kyle Jamieson (3/48) restricted RCB to a below-par 190, with PBKS executing their plans perfectly in the death overs.

3. Shashank Singh’s Heroics in Vain

Shashank’s unbeaten 61 off 30 (4 fours, 5 sixes) nearly stole the game for PBKS. His late assault on Hazlewood (6,4,6,6 in the final over) came too late, as PBKS fell short by 6 runs.

4. RCB’s Bowling Masterclass

• Krunal Pandya (2/17) choked the middle overs
• Bhuvneshwar Kumar (2/38) delivered crucial breakthroughs
• Yash Dayal’s tight penultimate over (7 runs) sealed the game

Why This Victory Matters

After 17 seasons of heartbreak, RCB’s triumph in today’s IPL match was emotional for players and fans alike. The win was built on:
Team effort (No single superstar, but collective contributions)
Smart bowling changes (Faf’s use of spinners in middle overs)
Nerves of steel in crunch moments

PBKS’ Valiant Fight Falls Short

Despite Shashank’s heroics, PBKS’ top order struggled on a two-paced pitch:

• Prabhsimran & Wadhera: 41 off 40 balls combined
• Josh Inglis (39) provided brief hope before Krunal’s strike

Post-Match Reactions

• Virat Kohli: “This is for the fans who waited 18 years. Ee Sala Cup Namde is finally true!”
• Faf du Plessis: “The bowlers won us this game. What a performance!”
• Shashank Singh: “We gave it our all. Congrats to RCB, they deserved it.”

What’s Next?

With today’s IPL match concluding an unforgettable season, eyes now turn to:

• Player retentions for IPL 2026
• International cricket as teams prepare for the T20 World Cup

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