RCB Win IPL 2025: Bengaluru, get ready! Kohli, ABD, Gayle will return home for grand celebration today; When & where to watch live

After 18 long years of heartbreak, close calls, and endless chants of "Ee Sala Cup Namde", Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally brought the Indian Premier League (IPL) trophy home. The historic win came in a thrilling final on Tuesday night at the Narendra Modi Stadium, where RCB beat Punjab Kings by just six runs. And now, it’s celebration time, and Bengaluru is ready to paint the town red!

A moment worth the wait

The final was full of drama, pressure, and pure passion. But when the dust settled, it was RCB who stood tall, lifting their first-ever IPL trophy. Emotions overflowed as Virat Kohli, the heartbeat of RCB for nearly two decades, let out a roar of relief and joy.

Kohli wasn’t alone in that moment. With him stood two RCB legends, AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle, who flew to Ahmedabad just to witness history in the making.

“Coming to Bengaluru”

Kohli had a message for fans during the post-match interview. Looking at ABD and Gayle, he smiled and said, "I hope these two are coming to Bengaluru tomorrow with us. It's going to be something special."

That short sentence was enough to send RCB fans into a frenzy. Within minutes, Star Sports confirmed it would be covering the homecoming celebrations, starting at 8:30 AM IST on Wednesday. The victory parade through Bengaluru is expected to be a grand affair, with details of the route and timings to be announced soon.

A trophy for the past

Kohli, clearly emotional, dedicated the win to his past teammates. “We gave our prime years to this franchise,” he said, reflecting on the years of effort with players like ABD and Gayle, who never stopped believing.

Bengaluru turns red and gold

The city is already buzzing. Roads are expected to be packed, fans are planning meet-ups, and landmarks may light up in RCB colours. The reunion of Kohli, ABD, and Gayle is just the cherry on top.

From fans who've supported the team since Day 1, to youngsters who’ve only known RCB as "the team that almost wins", this is their moment too.

A day for the fans

The celebrations at Chinnaswamy Stadium will be a heartfelt thank-you from the team to the fans who have stood by them for 18 seasons. It’s a tribute to resilience, loyalty, and the never-say-die spirit of RCB.

So get ready, Bengaluru, your heroes are coming home, and it’s time to celebrate like never before!

Where to watch the RCB celebrations live?

Fans across India can watch all the celebrations live:

• TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network
• Online Streaming: JioHotStar

So, whether you’re in Bengaluru or not, you won’t miss out on the joy!

A long-awaited win

RCB defeated Punjab Kings by six runs in a nail-biting final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. It was a moment of pure emotion, not just for the players but also for the loyal fanbase that has supported the team for nearly two decades.

Virat Kohli, the face of RCB, couldn’t hold back his emotions as he celebrated with AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle, two legends of the franchise.

“Loyalty is Royalty,” says RCB

While announcing the parade, RCB posted a heartfelt message to fans: "This one’s for you, 12th Man Army. For every cheer, every tear, every year. Loyalty is Royalty and today the crown is yours."

A day Bengaluru will never forget

The atmosphere in Bengaluru is electric, with fans preparing to line the streets in red and gold. Tight security will be in place throughout the route to ensure the safety of everyone attending.