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New champions will emerge as Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru battle for the IPL 2025 trophy. After 17 seasons of near-misses, one team will finally break their title drought.
📅 Match Details
| Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| June 3 (Tuesday) | 7:30 PM IST | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
This final highlights contrasting leadership styles: Shreyas Iyer’s aggressive, fiery approach versus Rajat Patidar’s calm and composed demeanor. Iyer fired up his team with bold words like war and battle, while Patidar kept his focus on the challenge ahead with measured confidence.
🔥 New Champions to Rise: Momentum vs Consistency
RCB secured their final spot by thrashing Punjab in their previous meeting. However, Punjab Kings bounced back strongly, claiming a thrilling five-wicket win over Mumbai Indians to reach the final. Momentum and form will heavily influence the outcome.
Iyer’s form has dazzled fans, especially with his unbeaten knocks of 97* and 87* at this stadium this season. He has inspired a squad packed with young talent, including six uncapped players who have stepped up under pressure. Meanwhile, Patidar quietly leads RCB, backed by stars like Virat Kohli, who desperately wants to finally claim an IPL title.
🏟️ Pitch Report: High Scoring Final Awaits New Champions
The match will use the center wicket at Narendra Modi Stadium, ensuring fair conditions for both teams. The mixed-soil pitch has become a batting paradise — a recent GT vs PBKS game saw over 470 runs scored. Unless rain interrupts, expect a thrilling, high-scoring final with plenty of fireworks.
🤝 Head-to-Head: New Champions on Level Terms
Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru share 18 wins each in IPL clashes, setting up an intense rivalry. RCB holds the recent edge, winning five of the last six meetings since 2023. However, Punjab’s victory on this ground adds extra spice.
🔍 Teams Preview
🔴 Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
Virat Kohli stands out as RCB’s key player. He averages 36 against Punjab overall but has shined recently with 375 runs in his last eight matches versus them, boasting an impressive 62.5 average. His hunger for an IPL trophy adds emotional weight to the final.
Josh Hazlewood also plays a crucial role. He has claimed 12 wickets in five playoff matches, often providing crucial breakthroughs. Tim David’s availability remains uncertain, but RCB’s strong squad depth reassures their chances.
Probable XI: Kohli, Phil Salt, Mayank Agarwal, Rajat Patidar (c), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yash Dayal, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma
🔴 Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Punjab’s youth policy proves bold and effective, as uncapped players contribute significantly across all phases. Openers Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya struggled recently, but the team trusts they will deliver when it counts.
Shreyas Iyer’s form and leadership remain pivotal. His knack for performing under pressure is well known. Bowling-wise, the possible absence of Yuzvendra Chahal might affect the team, but Harpreet Brar offers a reliable alternative.
Probable XI: Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Josh Inglis (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Kyle Jamieson, Arshdeep Singh, Harpreet Brar/Vyshak
📊 Key Stats: New Champions in Numbers
- Arshdeep Singh’s form has dropped, with four wicketless games in five outings. His record against RCB and at the venue also raises concerns.
- Rajat Patidar started strong but has managed only 125 runs in his last nine innings, emphasizing the need to shine in the final.
- Josh Hazlewood has dismissed Shreyas Iyer four times in six IPL innings, limiting him to 11 runs, making their battle a key subplot.
🎙️ What They Said
Shreyas Iyer (PBKS):
“They’ve bowled very well, but we must adapt quickly and take the bulls by the horns.”
Rajat Patidar (RCB):
“I focus on creating a positive environment where both domestic and international players feel valued.”
🏆 IPL 2025 Final: Which Team Will Become New Champions?
This IPL final marks only the second time both finalists have never won the title — the first was in 2016. Kohli’s quest to end his IPL trophy drought remains central. Meanwhile, Iyer’s Punjab Kings carry momentum and hunger to make history. The stage is set for an epic showdown as one team will rise as the new champions of IPL 2025.
