‘Ee Sala Cup Namde’ Becomes Reality: Bengaluru Bursts into Celebration as RCB Lifts Maiden IPL Trophy

For 18 years, it was a chant full of hope, pain, and undying loyalty — "Ee Sala Cup Namde" (This time, the cup is ours). On June 3, 2025, those words finally came true. As Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clinched their first-ever IPL title, defeating Punjab Kings in a nerve-wracking final at the Narendra Modi Stadium, the entire city of Bengaluru erupted in a celebration unlike anything seen before.

From MG Road to Indiranagar, Koramangala to Church Street, the city transformed into a glowing river of red and gold, as thousands poured onto the streets — waving flags, singing chants, bursting fireworks, and soaking in a moment two decades in the making.

An Emotional Release for a Loyal Fanbase

As the final ball confirmed RCB’s six-run victory, tears flowed freely — not just from Virat Kohli, who collapsed to his knees overwhelmed with emotion, but from fans across the city who had waited nearly two decades for this moment.

Within minutes, videos began flooding social media. A Twitter user exclaimed, "It’s not Diwali, it’s RCB Diwas in Bengaluru!" Another posted a video of the crowd dancing on Brigade Road, writing, "18 years of heartbreak — and it was all worth it tonight."

The Streets of Bengaluru Turn Into Festival Grounds

Pubs and cafes in areas like Church Street, Indiranagar, and Koramangala were packed beyond capacity, with large screens broadcasting the final. As soon as victory was sealed, strangers embraced, fireworks lit the night sky, and bike parades with RCB flags roared across the city’s main roads.

Fans chanted slogans like "Ee Sala Cup Namde!" and "Virat, Virat!" into the night, many with tears of joy. The celebrations transcended generations — from young college students who had grown up chanting the slogan, to senior citizens who remembered RCB’s debut season in 2008.

Leadership Joins the Celebration

Even political leaders couldn’t hold back their joy. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah took to X (formerly Twitter), posting:

"Rrrrrrr Ccccccc Bbbbbbbb! Congratulations to RCB for finally lifting the IPL trophy. This win is a testament to Virat Kohli’s 18 years of dedication. Every RCB player delivered like a true champion. Ee Sala Cup Namde!"

Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar added:

"Eighteen years of waiting — and it was all worth it. Thank you, RCB, for uniting the city in happiness tonight."

A Night of Unity, Joy, and Fulfillment

This wasn’t just a sports victory — it was a city’s emotional catharsis, a moment of triumph that brought together people across class, age, and background.

Koramangala's Sony Signal Junction, MG Road Metro Station, and Brigade Road saw the largest crowds, with people dancing to drum beats, singing the RCB anthem, and waving placards of Kohli, Patidar, and Maxwell.

Even amid the chaos, the Bengaluru Police managed the festivities with calm professionalism, deploying additional personnel to maintain safety while allowing fans to celebrate freely.

A Dream Realized

For Virat Kohli, this title is more than just a trophy — it’s the culmination of an 18-year journey of loyalty, grit, and unshaken belief. And for Bengaluru, this night is etched into history — a moment when a city’s faith was finally rewarded.

📷 Social Media Highlights:

@RCBianForever: “18 years. 0 trophies. Countless heartbreaks. But today… Ee Sala Cup Namde ❤️🔥”

@NammaBengaluru: “Brigade Road looks like we won the World Cup. Oh wait, we just did — the RCB Cup! 🏆🚩”

@KohliFanboy: “This one's for you, King Kohli. You stayed, we believed. You delivered. 🙌👑”

🏆 RCB’s IPL 2025 Journey in Brief:

League Position: 2nd

Qualifier 1: Beat Punjab Kings by 8 wickets

Final: Beat Punjab Kings by 6 runs

Top Scorer: Virat Kohli (654 runs)

Star Bowler: Mohammed Siraj (23 wickets)