Virat Kohli's sublime form has been fundamental to Bengaluru's success, considering runs have flown briskly from his bat. He is the fifth-highest run-getter, with 614 runs under his belt at 55.82, striking at 146.53, steering RCB to its first final in nine years
The IPL final promises a historic outcome, as neither Punjab nor Bengaluru has ever lifted the IPL trophy. Both sides will be vying for their maiden title in what is expected to be a blockbuster showdown
This will be only Punjab’s second appearance in an IPL summit clash. Their previous outing in the 2014 final ended in heartbreak, when they were edged out by Kolkata Knight Riders in a high-scoring thriller
With 614 runs in 14 innings, including eight half-centuries, Kohli has showcased vintage form throughout the 2025 season. His determination to win the IPL is no secret, with the legendary cricketer openly expressing his desire to cap his storied career with the league’s most coveted title
In the event that adverse weather conditions persist and the reserve day also fails to yield a result, the IPL rulebook has a clear guideline. The team that finished higher on the IPL league stage table will be declared the winner
Punjab Kings stormed into their second IPL 2025 final, setting up a high-stakes showdown against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, that guaranteed to crown a first-time champion
Rajat Patidar-led side is all set to take on Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 final at the Narendra Modi Stadium on June 3. There have been a few seasons where RCB used to struggle with either their batting or bowling lineup. But in the IPL 2025, the Bengaluru men have left no stones unturned under Patidar's captaincy
Stuart Broad concluded his Test career with 604 wickets in 167 matches. He also finished as England's second-highest wicket-taker in the all-time list. Out of 604 Test wickets, the former pacer bagged 153 scalps against arch-rivals Australia, which is the most by any player in the format's history
Wadhera also shared insights into his on-field conversations with skipper Iyer during the match. "He (Shreyas) was pretty clear that I just should see and hit the ball accordingly. If it was on my radar, I would just go for it. I needed to convert the balls into boundaries and it turned out to be good," said the 24-year-old
Mayank came in as Devdutt Padikkal's replacement, acquired by the Bengaluru-based franchise for Rs 1 crore. So far, the right-hander has featured in 130 IPL matches and has scored 2,732 runs. He also has a century and 13 half-centuries to his name
Facing 41 deliveries, Shreyas Iyer played an unbeaten knock of 87 runs, including five boundaries and eight maximums. Further, he stated that spending more time on the field would help him get a better vision of the match
Heinrich Klaasen was a premier player for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2025. In 13 matches, the right-hander amassed 487 runs with a best score of an unbeaten 105 runs. He also had a century and a half-century to his name
Facing 41 deliveries, Shreyas Iyer played an unbeaten knock of 87 runs, including five boundaries and eight maximums. Further, he stated that spending more time on the field would help him get a better vision of the match
02 June,2025 05:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentHeinrich Klaasen was a premier player for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2025. In 13 matches, the right-hander amassed 487 runs with a best score of an unbeaten 105 runs. He also had a century and a half-century to his name
02 June,2025 05:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentOne of Glenn Maxwell's most remarkable ODI outings came during the ODI World Cup 2023, which was held in India. Facing 128 deliveries, the right-hander played an unbeaten knock of 201 runs against Afghanistan, which was laced with 21 boundaries and 10 maximums
02 June,2025 01:14 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe left-arm pacer feels he thrives whenever handed the opportunity to bowl at key moments in a match
02 June,2025 09:44 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies“He [Green] is a generational talent and a phenomenal cricketer. He’s only going to get better. He’s only 25, so he’s got a lot of cricket ahead of him,” Webster said
02 June,2025 09:18 AM IST | New Delhi | IANSADVERTISEMENT
During the IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 match against Punjab Kings, Mumbai Indians' Suryakumar Yadav achieved a unique feat. Here is all you need to know (Pic: File Pic)
After losing star opener Rohit Sharma (8) early, Suryakumar (44 off 26 balls) and Varma (29-ball 44) put on 72 off 42 balls for third wicket to take Mumbai Indians to 203-6 vs Punjab Kings in rain-delayed Qualifier 2 at Ahmedabad
02 June,2025 09:15 AM IST | Ahmedabad | Sunil K Vaidya
Between Shardul (1/90 in 21 overs) and Reddy (0/57 in 11 overs), they bowled 32 overs with the former getting an extended spell but not for once did it seem that they were in a position to trouble a stodgy Tom Haines (171) or a gutsy Dan Mousley (113), who got his maiden first-class hundred.
02 June,2025 09:10 AM IST | Canterbury | PTI
Root received good support from England captain Harry Brook (47) -- a series winner in his first campaign as permanent white-ball skipper -- in a stand of 85
02 June,2025 09:04 AM IST | Cardiff (UK) | AFP
Former India selector Saba Karim feels India’s young captain Shubman is prepared to lead from the front and will thrive with bat in five-match series against England
02 June,2025 08:58 AM IST | New Delhi | PTI
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IPL Final 2025 RCB vs PBKS stage is set! The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) takes on Punjab Kings (PBKS) on June 3rd in a high-stakes showdown. In this video, renowned astrologer Greenstone Lobo shares his exclusive prediction: Why Rajat Patidar’s stars align for victory — and why RCB might finally lift the IPL trophy over Shreyas Iyer’s PBKS. From planetary positions to captain birth charts, Lobo breaks down who holds the cosmic edge in this epic clash! Will the stars shine on RCB? Or is a twist of fate awaiting Punjab? Watch now to find out who the universe is backing in the IPL 2025 Final.
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