The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 concluded with an electrifying final that saw Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) triumph over Punjab Kings (PBKS) by a narrow margin of six runs, finally ending RCB’s 18-year wait for their maiden IPL trophy. Here’s a detailed recap of the final match and a comprehensive list of all the prestigious awards handed out during the season.
IPL 2025 Final Result: RCB vs PBKS
In a nail-biting final held on June 3, 2025, at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, RCB set a target of 191 runs. PBKS started strong with their openers Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh putting up a quick 70 runs by the 8th over, appearing in control. However, disciplined bowling from RCB’s Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yash Dayal, and Shepherd tightened the screws in the death overs. Bhuvneshwar’s crucial wickets and Hazlewood’s tight spells helped RCB defend the total successfully.
RCB’s innings was marked by steady partnerships and a patient 43 from Virat Kohli, with contributions from Mayank Agarwal, Rajat Patidar, and others. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, RCB managed to post 190/9, a total that proved just enough to secure the title.
Krunal Pandya’s defensive spin bowling (2/17) earned him the Player of the Match award for his game-changing performance in the final.
IPL 2025 Full List of Awards and Winners
The IPL 2025 season featured 74 thrilling matches culminating in a grand awards ceremony recognizing outstanding individual and team performances.
| Award Category | Winner (Team) | Highlights/Stats |
|---|---|---|
| IPL 2025 Champions | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | ₹20 Crore prize money |
| Runners-Up | Punjab Kings | ₹12.5 Crore prize money |
| Player of the Final | Krunal Pandya (RCB) | 2 wickets for 17 runs in 4 overs |
| Most Valuable Player (MVP) | Suryakumar Yadav (MI) | 717 runs, average 65, strike rate 168 |
| Orange Cap (Most Runs) | Sai Sudharsan (GT) | 759 runs, 6 half-centuries, 1 century |
| Purple Cap (Most Wickets) | Prasidh Krishna (GT) | 25 wickets in 15 games |
| Emerging Player of the Year | Sai Sudharsan (GT) | Outstanding breakout season |
| Super Striker of the Season | Vaibhav Suryavanshi (RR) | Strike rate 206.6 |
| Most Sixes | Nicholas Pooran (LSG) | 40 sixes |
| Most Fours | Sai Sudharsan (GT) | 88 fours |
| Most Dot Balls | Mohammed Siraj (GT) | 151 dot balls |
| Catch of the Season | Kamindu Mendis (SRH) | Gravity-defying catch |
| Fair Play Award | Chennai Super Kings | Exemplary team spirit |
| Fantasy Player of the Season | Sai Sudharsan (GT) | 1495 fantasy points |
| Best Pitch & Ground | Delhi Capitals Home Ground | ₹50 Lakh prize |
Special Final Match Awards
- Super Striker (Final): Jitesh Sharma (RCB) – 24 runs off 10 balls
- Super Sixes (Final): Shashank Singh (PBKS) – 6 sixes
- On the Go Fours (Final): Priyansh Arya (PBKS) – Most boundaries in the final
- Green Dot Ball (Final): Krunal Pandya (RCB) – 12 dot balls
Prize Money and Records
The total prize pool for IPL 2025 increased to ₹47 crore, with enhanced match fees of ₹7.5 lakh per player per match. The MVP was decided using a points-based system rewarding all-around contributions, reflecting the evolving nature of player performance metrics.
Conclusion
IPL 2025 will be remembered for RCB’s historic maiden title win and a season full of spectacular individual performances, especially from Sai Sudharsan and Prasidh Krishna of Gujarat Titans. This season also marked a new era with increased prize money and innovative award criteria, making it one of the most competitive and entertaining IPL seasons to date.
For cricket fans and analysts alike, IPL 2025 was a treasure trove of thrilling moments, strategic brilliance, and emerging talent, setting the stage for an even more exciting IPL 2026.
