Virat Kohli and Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their maiden Indian Premier League title by defeating Punjab Kings by six runs. After finishing as runners-up in multiple editions, Bengaluru triumphed on Tuesday at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Kohli, who scored 43 runs, expressed overwhelming emotions following the victory, emphasizing the long wait for the team and its fans. The match featured a strong bowling performance by Krunal Pandya, who took 2 wickets for 17 runs, while Punjab's chase faltered despite a half-century from Shashank Singh, concluding the game with 184 runs.
"This win is as much for the fans as it is for the team. It has been 18 long years," said Kohli, who has been associated with Bengaluru since the inaugural edition.
"I was overcome with emotion as soon as the last ball was bowled," Kohli shared, reflecting the culmination of years of dedication and hope for the team.
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