IPL 2025 Final: RCB Await Opponent as Mumbai and Punjab Gear Up for Qualifier 2?

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are one step away from ending their long wait for an IPL title. After a dominant performance in Qualifier 1 against Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the PCA Stadium in Mullanpur, RCB have secured their place in the IPL 2025 final. The highly anticipated summit clash is set for June 3 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

RCB’s Road to the Final

RCB have looked like champions in the making all season. With consistent performances, strong leadership from Virat Kohli, and impactful bowling spells in crucial moments, the Bengaluru-based franchise is showing signs of finally lifting the trophy. This marks RCB’s fourth appearance in an IPL final (after 2009, 2011, and 2016), but they have yet to win the championship.

The aura surrounding this squad is different. They’ve combined experience and youth well, and most importantly, they’ve delivered under pressure.

Who Will Face RCB in the Final?

The second finalist will be decided in Qualifier 2 on June 1, where Mumbai Indians (MI) take on Punjab Kings (PBKS). Mumbai knocked out Gujarat Titans in the Eliminator, courtesy of Jasprit Bumrah’s brilliance and a clinical all-round effort.

Punjab, on the other hand, will look to bounce back from their Qualifier 1 loss to RCB. Shreyas Iyer and his team will need to regroup quickly to outplay a seasoned playoff team like MI.

History Favors RCB After Qualifier 1 Win

Since the playoffs format began in 2011, the winner of Qualifier 1 has gone on to win the title in 11 of the 14 editions, including each of the last seven seasons (2018–2024). Statistically and mentally, this puts RCB in a strong position.

A Tale of Two Title-Hungry Teams

It’s also worth noting that neither RCB nor PBKS has ever won an IPL title, despite being part of the league since its inception. Mumbai, on the other hand, are five-time champions and are no strangers to high-pressure games. If MI win Qualifier 2, RCB will face a familiar foe in the final—one that has been their Achilles’ heel in playoffs past.

The Final Awaits

As the IPL 2025 final draws closer, one thing is clear: RCB are rested, confident, and prepared. Whether they face Punjab Kings seeking redemption or Mumbai Indians bringing experience, the final promises fireworks.

🗓 IPL 2025 Final
📍 Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
📆 Date: June 3, 2025
📺 Live on: Star Sports Network | JioHotstar (Free Streaming)

Will this finally be the year RCB breaks their jinx? Or will MI or PBKS spoil the party?

Stay tuned for all updates.