The wait is finally over! The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have etched their name into IPL history by lifting their maiden Indian Premier League title after a thrilling six-run victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The victory marks the end of an 18-year-long title drought for the Virat Kohli-led side, sending fans into a celebratory frenzy.
RCB Take Home ₹20 Crore as IPL 2025 Winners
With their long-awaited triumph, RCB earned a whopping ₹20 crore in prize money. Runners-up Punjab Kings, who fought valiantly but fell short in the final, were rewarded with ₹12.5 crore. This edition’s prize pool also saw significant payouts for the third and fourth-placed teams.
IPL 2025 Prize Money Breakdown
| Award | Recipient | Prize Money |
|---|---|---|
| 🥇 Winners | Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | ₹20 crore |
| 🥈 Runners-up | Punjab Kings (PBKS) | ₹12.5 crore |
| 🥉 3rd Place | Mumbai Indians | ₹7 crore |
| 4️⃣ 4th Place | Gujarat Titans | ₹6.5 crore |
| 🟠 Orange Cap | Sai Sudharsan (PBKS) | ₹10 lakh |
| 🟣 Purple Cap | Prasidh Krishna | ₹10 lakh |
| 🌟 Most Valuable Player | Suryakumar Yadav | ₹15 lakh |
| 🧒 Emerging Player | Sai Sudharsan | ₹10 lakh |
| 🚀 Super Striker | Vaibhav Suryavanshi | ₹10 lakh + Tata Curvv |
| 🎯 Fantasy King | Sai Sudharsan | ₹10 lakh |
| 🧤 Best Catch | Kamindu Mendis | ₹10 lakh |
| ⛔ Most Dot Balls | Mohammed Siraj (RCB) | ₹10 lakh |
| 💣 Super Sixes | Nicholas Pooran | ₹10 lakh |
| 🔥 Fours of the Season | Sai Sudharsan | ₹10 lakh |
| 🏆 Fair Play Award | Chennai Super Kings | ₹10 lakh |
| 🏟️ Best Pitch & Ground | DDCA (Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi) | ₹50 lakh |
Player Awards From IPL 2025 Final (RCB vs PBKS)
| Award | Player | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Player of the Match | Krunal Pandya | ₹5 lakh |
| Super Striker | Jitesh Sharma | ₹1 lakh |
| Most Dot Balls | Krunal Pandya | ₹1 lakh |
| Most Fours | Priyansh Arya | ₹1 lakh |
| Fantasy King | Shashank Singh | ₹1 lakh |
| Most Sixes | Shashank Singh | ₹1 lakh |
Delhi Arun Jaitley Stadium Bags Best Pitch Award
The Delhi District Cricket Association (DDCA) was awarded ₹50 lakh for having the Best Pitch and Ground this IPL season. The venue hosted seven matches during the league stage. DDCA President Rohan Jaitley praised the ground staff and curators for their hard work and commitment.
“This award is a testament to the tireless work of our curators, staff, and management. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards in cricket infrastructure,” said Jaitley.
RCB Redemption Story
Led by Virat Kohli, RCB’s title win finally quells years of near-misses and heartbreaks. It was an emotional moment for both players and fans, marking a new era for the Bengaluru-based franchise.
With records shattered, legends made, and a glorious trophy finally in hand, IPL 2025 will be remembered as the season when RCB roared the loudest.
