Virat Kohli’s Emotional IPL Triumph: Special Bond with Shreyas Iyer’s Father Grabs Spotlight

Virat Kohli, already hailed as one of the greatest cricketers of the modern era, added another feather to his illustrious cap by finally lifting the IPL trophy with Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 2025 season. After years of near-misses and heartbreaks, Kohli’s dream came true in the most dramatic fashion as RCB clinched their maiden title in the 18th edition of the tournament.

While the victory brought immense joy to Kohli and RCB fans across the globe, one heartfelt post-match moment truly stood out—Kohli’s emotional embrace with Shreyas Iyer’s father. Amidst the celebrations, the RCB legend made his way to the Punjab Kings camp and warmly hugged Iyer’s father, silencing any talk of animosity between the two stars.

Kohli-Iyer Equation: Respect Over Rivalry

On the field, Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer had been fierce competitors, with neither willing to back down during key fixtures. But the sportsmanship and mutual respect after the final whistle were evident. Their camaraderie was especially noteworthy given the earlier rumors that suggested a rift following RCB’s win over Punjab Kings in Mullanpur during the league stage.

However, this moment between Kohli and Iyer’s father has now put those rumors to rest. The visuals quickly went viral, with fans applauding the mutual admiration that extends beyond the cricket field.

The Season That Was: Punjab vs Bengaluru

Punjab Kings, led by a brilliant Shreyas Iyer, had a stellar league stage campaign and even defeated RCB at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. But RCB turned the tables, winning the next three encounters—two of them at Punjab’s home ground in Mullanpur, including the all-important final.

Iyer, despite his red-hot form throughout the season with over 600 runs, struggled in key matches against Bengaluru. That proved costly for Punjab, as RCB’s momentum surged at the right time.

Long Wait Ends for Kohli & RCB

With this long-awaited IPL title, Virat Kohli’s legacy as a leader and performer is further cemented. From World Cups to bilateral series, and now the elusive IPL title, Kohli has conquered nearly every frontier. His journey—from promising young batter to global icon—now includes an IPL victory, an emotional high point in a career already packed with milestones.

As for Shreyas Iyer and Punjab Kings, the wait for silverware continues—but so does the respect earned.