Virat Kohli, legendary Indian batsman and RCB star, was ecstatic after finally lifting his first Indian Premier League trophy. The celebrations spilled into the dressing room where Kohli expressed that the reality of the win would truly set in once they returned to Bengaluru on Wednesday to celebrate with their loyal fans.
As Josh Hazlewood bowled the final delivery, the city of Bengaluru erupted. The skyline lit up with fireworks, and passionate supporters flooded the streets, chanting “RCB! Kohli!”.
For years, cities like Chennai, Mumbai, and Kolkata had basked in IPL glory while Bengaluru waited. That changed on June 3, when the city finally savored the sweet taste of championship victory.
Kohli, speaking to his teammates, admitted, “The joy will truly hit me once we reach Bengaluru and share this moment with the fans who’ve supported us unconditionally. I feel so relieved.” He praised his teammates, saying, “It was a squad full of game-changers. Different players stepped up with calm determination when it mattered most.”
To mark this long-awaited triumph, RCB will hold a victory parade in Bengaluru on Wednesday. The outpouring of joy extended beyond cricket grounds — politicians, former cricketers like Anil Kumble, and ordinary fans alike took to social media to celebrate.
Meanwhile, jubilant fans zoomed across the city on bikes and in cars, proudly waving RCB flags — a testament to the passion that has always burned bright in Karnataka.
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