Rishi Sunak Erupts in Celebration As RCB Strikes, Dismisses Punjab's Prabhsimran Singh

Ahmedabad: Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was seen enthusiastically cheering for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) from the stands during the IPL 2025 final against Punjab Kings (PBKS). Sunak's excitement peaked when RCB claimed their second wicket, dismissing Punjab Kings' Prabhsimran Singh as he attempted a big shot.

Prabhsimran Singh, who had been playing well, lost his wicket in the 9th over. He was caught by Bhuvneshwar Kumar off a delivery from Pandya.

Punjab Kings, chasing 191 against RCB, made an explosive start, surpassing the 50-run mark within five overs without losing a wicket. Just as the situation seemed tense for RCB and its fans, Pandya provided a crucial breakthrough for Bengaluru.

Attempting to relieve the pressure while chasing 191, Prabhsimran Singh misjudged a slower delivery at 80.9 kph aimed at the middle stump. Opting for a big shot, he ended up getting caught by Bhuvneshwar Kumar. Punjab Kings lost their second wicket at 72 runs.

The IPL final was played like a final as the game went upto the very last over. Punjab Kings batting order keep hitting big shots at regular intervals, easing out pressure to chase 191 but regular fall of wickets finally resulted in them losing the game.

From Royal Challengers Bangaluru, it was Krunal Pandya who continued to bring regular wickets for his side, keeping the opponent vulnerable.

For both RCB and Punjab Kings, it was a game to claim their IPL maiden title and in the end, it was Royal Challengers Bengaluru which clinched the title.

Sharing his feelings after winning the game, Virat Kohli said that the victory is as much as for the fans as it was for the team.

Towards, the end of the game, Virat Kohli was seen trying hard to control his tears as he realised that RCB was going to win the game.

After RCB's victory, Rishi Sunak congratulated Virat Kohli for victory. The IPL 2025 final was played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Motera, Ahmedabad in Gujarat.