IPL 2025 final: RCB, PBKS eye first-ever trophy tonight

After an intense two-month season, the IPL 2025 final between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) is all set to unfold at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. Both sides have fought their way through tight fixtures and high-pressure moments to reach this point. While RCB had a more direct route, PBKS’s journey has been one of resilience, especially after their defeat in Qualifier 1.

RCB’s consistent run

RCB sealed second place on the IPL 2025 points table, registering nine wins from 14 matches. They carried this momentum into Qualifier 1, where they faced PBKS and delivered a dominant performance. Bowling out the Punjab side for just 101 runs at Mullanpur, RCB chased down the target with ease. Rajat Patidar’s men completed the victory with 60 balls to spare, sending a clear message about their title intentions.

PBKS’s grit and comeback

Despite the setback in Qualifier 1, PBKS, led by Shreyas Iyer, fought back in style. Facing Mumbai Indians—one of the league’s most successful teams—in Qualifier 2, PBKS was put under pressure after MI posted a challenging total of 203/6. However, Iyer rose to the occasion, crafting a brilliant 87 knock* to steer his team to victory. This chase also marked the first successful 200-plus run-chase against MI in IPL history. The win not only earned PBKS a second shot at RCB but also ended an 11-year-long wait for a return to the final.

Fans react to a historic clash

As excitement builds, fans took to social media to express their emotions over this unexpected yet eagerly awaited final. One user wrote, “RCB vs PBKS in the finals. Someone’s finally breaking their no-cup curse. The others? Breaking TVs.” 

RCB vs PBKS in the finals🔥

Someone’s finally breaking their no-cup curse.

The others? Breaking TVs😝 pic.twitter.com/C6Xr6QOSrs

— Global Rashid (@globalrashid007) June 3, 2025

Another posted, “HISTORY IN THE MAKING TONIGHT! After 18 YEARS and 18 attempts each, RCB vs PBKS are finally meeting in their first-ever IPL Final!” 

HISTORY IN THE MAKING TONIGHT! 🚨
After 18 YEARS and 18 attempts each, #RCB vs #PBKS are finally meeting in their first-ever IPL Final! 🏆
One franchise will end their title drought TONIGHT at Ahmedabad!
The wait is almost over... 🔥#IPL2025Final #RCBvsPBKS

— Rahul Khorwal (@rkrahulkhorwal) June 3, 2025

A third chimed in with a touch of humor, “RCB’s lowest score vs PBKS: 109 or 84? Someone’s scorebook got lost in 2020! We’re sticking with 109, ‘cause 84 sounds like a T10 match. PBKS still won, so no harm done!”

🤨 RCB’s lowest score vs PBKS: 109 or 84? Someone’s scorebook got lost in 2020! We’re sticking with 109, ‘cause 84 sounds like a T10 match. PBKS still won, so no harm done! #RCBvsPBKS #IPLStats

— ChetanAura (@ChetanK27327003) June 3, 2025

A finale decades in the making

Both franchises have never lifted the IPL trophy despite years of participation. With 18 seasons behind them, this final ensures that one of them will finally break their title drought, making the showdown even more compelling for fans across the globe.

One team will script history. The other will walk away with heartbreak.

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