June 4, 2025: Virat Kohli took to Instagram on Wednesday, June 4, to share a heartfelt post dedicated to his wife Anushka Sharma following Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) long-awaited maiden IPL title win. The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League saw RCB finally clinch their first-ever IPL trophy after 17 years, defeating Punjab Kings by six runs in a thrilling final held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on June 3.
Kohli, who has been a key player and face of RCB since the league’s inception, top-scored in the final with 43 runs off 35 balls, helping his team post a competitive total of 190 runs. Despite Punjab Kings’ strong start in the chase, they fell short, handing RCB their historic victory.
In his Instagram post, Kohli reflected on the emotional journey of the franchise, mentioning how both he and Anushka Sharma, a proud Bangalore native, have shared the highs and lows of supporting RCB over the years. “I’ve seen it for 18 years and she’s seen it for 11. Suffered the same moments since 2014 and celebrated every close win and the madness of our supporters at the Chinnaswamy. We’re both equally relieved and since she’s a Bangalore girl too this is far more special for her. Together all the way through,” he wrote.
The post captured the joy and relief of fans and players alike as RCB finally lifted the elusive IPL trophy, making it a memorable moment for the team and its supporters worldwide.