RCB Wins IPL 2025 Title, Claims ₹20 Crore Prize

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title in 2025 after an 18-year wait, defeating Punjab Kings by six runs in a thrilling final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. RCB took home ₹20 crore as prize money, while runners-up Punjab Kings received ₹12.5 crore; Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans earned ₹7 crore and ₹6.5 crore respectively for their playoff performances. The victory was marked by a team effort with none of the RCB players scoring a half-century, though Virat Kohli contributed 43 runs, and Krunal Pandya's bowling was crucial. RCB is owned by United Spirits Ltd, which reportedly earned ₹2200 crore in profit even before the final, benefiting significantly from ticket sales, sponsorship, and media rights. Fans celebrated RCB's historic win passionately, highlighting Virat Kohli's long-standing association with the franchise, having played all 18 IPL seasons for the team. Additionally, individual player awards were given for season-long performances, each carrying a ₹10 lakh prize, recognizing achievements such as the Orange Cap, Purple Cap, and Most Valuable Player.