In Match 37 of IPL 2025, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured a dominant seven-wicket win over Punjab Kings (PBKS) at Mullanpur. Chasing a modest 158-run target, RCB comfortably reached 159/3 in just 18.5 overs. The victory was especially sweet for RCB as it came just 48 hours after their earlier defeat to PBKS on April 18 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, where they were outplayed in a one-sided affair. This time, RCB bounced back with intent and made a strong statement.

Virat Kohli, known for his fiery passion, was at the center of the action throughout the game. From his intense energy during fielding to his animated batting display, Kohli wore his heart on his sleeve. His celebration after Nehal Wadhera’s run-out had already gone viral, but it was his post-match antics after the win, especially his cheeky sledge directed at PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer, that truly stole the limelight and had fans buzzing.

Jitesh Sharma’s six off Nehal Wadhera added spice to the moment, and Kohli’s animated celebration captured the grit and competitive spirit he’s known for. His actions reflected the fire within — a player who thrives on passion, payback, and high-stakes rivalries. With RCB’s quick turnaround and Kohli’s unapologetic show of emotion, fans were treated to a glimpse of why Virat remains one of the most captivating figures in the game. This was more than a win; it was sweet revenge served with flair.

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Virat kohli celebration after win against Punjab 😂 . He is sledging shreyas iyer 😭#PBKSvsRCB #RCBVSPBKS pic.twitter.com/MOqEEvTB8q

— Ashish (@Ashish_2__) April 20, 2025

RCB are now third on the points table

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) delivered a dominant performance to defeat Punjab Kings (PBKS) by seven wickets in Match 37 of IPL 2025 at Mullanpur. Chasing a target of 158, RCB reached 159/3 in 18.5 overs, powered by Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 73 off 54 balls and a fiery 61 from Devdutt Padikkal. The opening pair laid a solid foundation, and RCB maintained control throughout the chase, despite a few hiccups in the middle overs.

Earlier, PBKS posted 157/6 in their 20 overs, with Prabhsimran Singh (33), Josh Inglis (29), and Marco Jansen (25*) contributing valuable runs. RCB’s bowlers, including Krunal Pandya and Suyash Sharma, kept the opposition in check with two wickets apiece. This comprehensive win helped RCB climb to the third spot on the IPL 2025 points table, pushing PBKS down to fourth. The victory also avenged their earlier loss to PBKS at Chinnaswamy just two days prior, marking an emphatic comeback.