Harry Kane wishes Virat Kohli for IPL 2025 final win [Source: @lav_narayanan, @SChatterjee02/X.com]
Virat Kohli lifted his first IPL title with RCB after his team beat PBKS by 6 runs in the IPL 2025 final. As emotions poured, England footballer Harry Kane shared a throwback picture to congratulate Kohli for the milestone.
The IPL title curse has come to an end for Royal Challengers Bengaluru as they conquered the IPL 2025 finals to lift their maiden title. In the final, they beat PBKS by just 6 runs in what turned out to be a thrilling end to their trophy-less drought.
Virat Kohli found himself at the centre of attention as his 18-year-long wait ceased to exist. He gave 18 years of his career to RCB and won his first silverware in the 18th season of the tournament.
Harry Kane Pays Tribute To Virat Kohli
RCB and Virat Kohli received congratulatory messages from all around the world. The world of football also joined the celebration as England footballer Harry Kane posted a heartwarming message for him on social media.
The relationship between Kane and Kohli has developed over the years; they are usually seen in international tours greeting each other and respecting each other’s sporting feats. Kane has previously publicly backed Kohli’s team through the highs and lows.
Harry Kane's post for Virat Kohli [Source: @mufaddal_vohra/X.com]
RCB’s victory ended a 17-year wait for the coveted IPL trophy, as Kohli played a key role throughout the season. The victory triggered celebrations not only in India but around the world, as sportsmen such as Kane added their voice to the accolades.
Kohli Buries His Face In Tears
An emotional night unfolded at the Narendra Modi Stadium as Royal Challengers Bengaluru ended their 18-year title drought, lifting their first-ever IPL trophy. Virat Kohli, who has been the face of the ‘Royal Challengers Bangalore’ (RCB) franchise for almost 20 years, could no longer hold back his tears with the victory in sight.
The win was especially sweet for Kohli, who had endured heartbreak in three previous finals, 2009 and 2011, and the gut-wrenching 2016 loss. In the final, Kohli played a crucial innings scoring 43 runs from 35 balls that set the stage for RCB's maiden victory. It was redemption, passion, and pure emotion for the RCB legend.