IPL 2025 Final: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Punjab Kings – A Historic Clash for the First IPL Title

The IPL 2025 final is set to be a historic encounter between two teams eager to clinch their maiden title: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS). Scheduled for June 3 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, this match promises to be a thrilling conclusion to the season.

🏆 Road to the Final

RCB’s Journey:

Under the leadership of Rajat Patidar, RCB finished second in the league stage with 9 wins, 4 losses, and an abandoned match, totalling 19 points. They secured their spot in the final of IPL 2025 by defeating Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1. Notably, RCB became the first team to win all their away games in a season with seven consecutive wins.

Punjab Kings’ Path:

Punjab Kings, led by captain Shreyas Iyer and coached by Ricky Ponting, topped the league stage with 9 wins, 4 losses, and an abandoned match, also totalling 19 points. After losing to RCB in Qualifier 1, they bounced back by defeating Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 (PKBS vs MI) to reach the finals of IPL 2025.

📊 Head-to-Head in IPL 2025

Both teams have faced each other twice this season, with each securing one victory. RCB won the first encounter, while Punjab Kings triumphed in the second. This evenly matched record adds to the anticipation of the final.

🏟️ Match Details

• Match: IPL Finals 2025
• Date: June 3, 2025
• Time: 7:30 PM IST
• Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
• Live Streaming: Available on Jio Hotstar,

🔮 Prediction

With both teams boasting formidable line-ups and a rich history of near-misses, the IPL 2025 final is poised to be a classic. RCB’s balanced squad and Punjab Kings’ aggressive approach make this contest unpredictable. While RCB has the edge in experience and players like Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Punjab Kings’ resurgence under Shreyas Iyer’s leadership could tilt the scales in their favor.

As the countdown to the final begins, fans from both sides are eagerly awaiting a match that could redefine the legacy of their respective IPL teams.