Bengaluru, June 4, 2025 — For the first time since the inception of the Indian Premier League (IPL), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will take a victory lap through their home city after securing the championship in the 2025 season. The team overcame Punjab Kings in a tightly contested final, sealing a historic six-run win and lifting their long-awaited maiden title after 18 years in the league.
The franchise has confirmed a celebratory parade today, beginning at 3:30 PM IST. The route will start from the iconic Vidhana Soudha and end at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, where thousands of passionate supporters are expected to gather and welcome home their heroes. With city streets likely to be packed, the Bengaluru police department has issued traffic advisories and implemented additional security measures to ensure public safety throughout the event.
The victory has been particularly emotional for star batter Virat Kohli, who has remained loyal to RCB for over a decade and a half. Speaking after the final, Kohli described the win as “one of the most fulfilling moments” of his career. His leadership, alongside that of captain Faf du Plessis, played a pivotal role in the team’s remarkable turnaround this season.
Adding to the excitement, former RCB icons AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle have arrived in Bengaluru to join the celebrations. Both players, despite having retired from the IPL, continue to be fan favorites and are expected to participate in the parade, creating a symbolic reunion for one of the league’s most beloved teams.
The parade is not just a victory march—it represents the culmination of years of near misses, heartbreaks, and unwavering fan loyalty. RCB had reached the IPL final multiple times in the past but fell short on each occasion. This year’s success has finally erased that stigma and energized their massive supporter base.
To ensure fans across the country don’t miss out, the entire event will be broadcast live on Star Sports and made available via streaming platforms such as JioCinema and Hotstar. The team has also invited fans to follow updates through RCB’s official social media handles, where exclusive content and behind-the-scenes footage will be shared throughout the day.
The scenes in Bengaluru since the victory have been electric. Fireworks, chants, and red flags have filled the streets as supporters celebrate what many are calling the most emotional moment in the franchise’s history. For a city that has waited nearly two decades, today’s parade is more than a celebration—it’s a tribute to perseverance, unity, and the unbreakable bond between RCB and its fans.
