June 04, 2025 01:36 AM IST
Nikhil Kamath saw Kohli as the new ‘Bangalore Boy’, when RCB won its first IPL Trophy, ending the 18 -year waiting.
Nikhil Kamath of Zeroda praised Virat Kohli as Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) won their first IPL Trophy after almost two decades. Honoring the Ace cricketer from Delhi, Kamath said that after the victory, Kohli became a “Bangalore boy”.
“Virat Kohli you are #Bangaloreboy today. Congratulations to RCB,” he wrote with a heart emoji in an Instagram story.
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Kamath’s comments came a few hours after the IPL team defeated Punjab Kings. With some balls to go, an emotional Virat Kohli was seen fighting with the tears of mistrust because an 18 -year -old dream came close to becoming a reality with every moment.
As the previous ball was bowled and RCB was victorious, the former captain drowned on his knees and the teammates of the team surrounded him. “” This victory is as much for fans as it is for the team. It has been 18 long years. I have given this team my youth, prominent and experience. I have tried to win it every season, I have been given everything that I have. Finally it is an incredible feeling. Never thought that this day would come, after the bowling of the last ball I recovered from emotions. Gave every ounce of my energy and this is a wonderful feeling, ”he said.
Fans celebrate across India
For RCB fans, the ceremony started late at night as their team finally picked up their first IPL Trophy. “E Sala Cup Namde” turned into reality as supporters flooded the streets with joy, and fireworks filled the sky. Many shared videos of fireworks and ceremonies in Bengaluru compare the festival to Diwali.
In the days going to the finals, fans were seen organizing the hones, the photos of the RCB team were offered digital snics and went to temples with the photos of Virat Kohli, demanding blessings for a win.
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