Delhi: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) defeated the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 title for the first time by defeating Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 6 runs in the final match played at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday. This was the fourth final of RCB and the team finally succeeded in winning the title after a long wait of 18 years. While bowling brilliantly in the match, Krunal Pandya took 2 wickets for 17 runs and was chosen as ‘Player of the Match’.

Vijay Mallya congratulated, users reminded

Former team owner Vijay Mallya congratulated RCB on the social media platform ‘X’ (East Twitter) on this historic victory. He wrote, “RCB finally became IPL champion after 18 years. The team’s journey was excellent in 2025. A balanced team with great coaching and support staff made a bold performance. Many congratulations! E-Sala Cup Namde !!”

However, on this post of Vijay Mallya, social media users lashed out at him. Many people returned to India and advised him to repay the loan of State Bank of India (SBI). One user wrote, “At least repay the loan now.” The other lashed out and said, “Return the money of SBI now.” Another user wrote, “Come to India, no one will say anything.” Many users said, “RCB won, now you come back.”

Significantly, with this victory, RCB not only fulfilled the years -old dream of its fans, but also added a new chapter in the history of IPL and this victory was very special for the fans.