Virat Kohli failed in the Indian Premier League 2025 final against the Punjab Kings. He couldn’t hit big shots and relied on singles and doubles to keep the scoreboard moving. Despite being in the middle for 15 overs, the right-handed batter managed 43 runs off 33 balls, with the help of 3 fours. His runs came at a strike rate of 122.5. The veteran was surprised by Azmatullah Omarzai’s short delivery, and the bowler took a good catch to stun the RCB fans and Kohli’s wife, Anushka Sharma.

Kohli, who hasn’t won the IPL title to date, was disappointed with himself. The pressure of the final was clearly visible on Virat’s face as he didn’t look to go after the bowlers and wanted to bat till the last over of the innings.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru have played three finals in the past, with Virat being part of all three occasions. However, Bengaluru were unable to cross the finishing line during run chases.

In the 18th season of the tournament, he has scored over 600 runs, with the help of eight fifties.