History was written in bold letters on June 3, 2025. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru, after 18 long and emotional years, finally lifted their first-ever IPL trophy. The team, led by Rajat Patidar, defeated Punjab Kings in a thrilling final that had millions glued to their screens. It wasn’t just a cricket match; it was a story of hope, heartbreak, loyalty, and ultimate triumph.
For fans who had waited season after season, year after year, this victory felt personal. But no one felt it more deeply than Virat Kohli. The cricketer, who remained loyal to RCB since the league’s inception, could not hold back his emotions. As the final ball was bowled and the reality of the moment sank in, Virat was seen with tears streaming down his face. It was a sight that moved not only RCB supporters but cricket fans across the country.
As celebrations erupted, celebrities from every corner of the entertainment world took to social media to pour out their joy. Aly Goni shared a heart-touching video capturing Virat’s teary moment. Along with the clip, Aly’s powerful words echoed in every fan’s heart: “18 years of loyalty. 18 seasons of hope. They laughed, they doubted, they mocked… But today, the King lifted what he truly deserved. This one’s for every tear, every troll, every ‘maybe next year.’”
Television producer JD Majethia also joined the celebrations online. He uploaded an old photograph with Virat Kohli and penned a warm message. He expressed, “The whole country including @shreyasiyer96 and @realpz will be happy for you holding this trophy tonight. The country loves you and you have been a great role model for the budding cricketers with your discipline, hard work, consistency and the cricketing records @virat.kohli. Congratulations @royalchallengers.bengaluru.”
Meanwhile, actor Nakuul Mehta added a lighter touch with his message. He cheerfully posted, “Bengaluru is going to be SHUT tomorrow. Chak de phatte.”
Social media influencer Elvish Yadav too didn’t hold back his excitement. He wrote, “Congratulations RCB , Finally won their first IPL trophy, so happy for @imVkohli bhai.”
Politician Smriti Irani captured the emotion of the moment beautifully. In her message, she wrote, “Ee Sala Cup Namde is no longer a dream! Bangalore, it’s your night. It took years of memes, heartbreaks, and hope… This one’s for every fan who never gave up.” She extended her congratulations to both the team and Kohli for achieving what had seemed impossible for nearly two decades.
Ee Sala Cup Namde is no longer a dream!
Bangalore, it's your night. It took years of memes, heartbreaks, and hope…This one's for every fan who never gave up.
Congratulations to @RCBTweets and @imVkohli on lifting their maiden IPL trophy. pic.twitter.com/4uxGg9x7Ld
— Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) June 3, 2025As the night went on, congratulatory posts flooded social media timelines. Every cricket lover, influencer, celebrity, and former player had something to say about the remarkable achievement. Netizens couldn’t stop showering the team with love, gratitude, and countless memes celebrating the end of the ‘next year’ jokes.
