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IPL 2025 (Monitor): Virat Kohli invites Mayanti Langer to touch the IPL trophy with Heartfelt gesture after RCB finishes



On a night wet with crowds of emotions and roaring at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Royal Challenger Bengaluru (RCB) Ultimately, the loss ended the 18-year title drought Punjab Kings (PBK) in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 Finally with six narrow margins.

RCB’s historic IPL 2025 won 18 years later

In tournaments where RCBs are often closer to decline only at the final hurdle, this victory was more than just a trophy, and it was red. First batting, RCB posted a competitive total of 190/9. Virat Kohli The innings are fixed with rough 43 balls from 35 balls. The pitch slowed down, and Punjabi bowlers made life difficult in the RCB mid-order. However, the bowlers took the opportunity. Despite a strong counterattack from Shashank SinghPlaying 30-ball off-61 balls, the RCB bowling unit led by Tight Death Overs, he got nervous to seal his victory in the final. It wasn’t just a cricket match. It was the culmination of nearly 20 years of hope, heartbreak and immortal loyalty from the RCB loyal. The franchise, once called underachives, despite its star-studded roster, ultimately answered prayers by millions.

Virat Kohli offers Mayanti Langer emotional IPL trophy moment after RCB victory

The most emotional sight of the night was the man who has represented the RCB identity for over a decade, and even before the final ball was bowled, shedding tears. Kohli sank into his knees as the crowd erupted. His eyes grew. And it wasn’t just about winning, it was about relief, legacy, closure.

After a while, another heartwarming gesture took over social media: Mayanti Langerpopular sports presenter and wife of former RCB player Stuart Vinniewas seen requesting Kohli to touch the IPL trophy. Stuart was part of the RCB team in the 2016 final, but they lost it Sunrise Hyderabad. For Mayanti, a proud Bengaluru girl, the moment retained a deep personal importance. Kohli politely handed her the trophy as the camera captured her overwhelming expression. “This is for all of us who were waiting because my husband was on the team when RCB lost to the final in 2016. She said.

Here’s the video:

See again: Virat Kohli breaks with tears as RCB ends the 18 year drought and lifts the IPL trophy

The brave battle of the Punjab Kings is running out as RCB wait times finally end

For the Punjab King, it was yet another painful chapter in searching for the title of the Maiden. They showed great characters throughout the playoffs, especially in Qualifying 2 against the Mumbai Indians, where Shreya Ayer’s undefeated 87 led them into a historic pursuit. But on the biggest night, the nerves made them better.

After limiting the RCB to what appeared to be a Chasable 190, their batting collapsed under the weight of pressure. Apart from Shashank’s brave knock, the batsmen were unable to maintain momentum. The wicket fell, and the required execution rate skyrocketed beyond control. Meanwhile, the RCB showed the Champion’s calm. Kohli set the fire and led, the tactical decision of the Patider was spot-on and the bowling unit was performed with surgical accuracy. When Kohli won the stadium and carried the trophies and pointed to the crowd, it was more than a tribute to all the RCB supporters who had been standing by the team for 18 years.

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