Anushka Sharma Hugs Tearful Virat Kohli As RCB Wins First IPL Title In 18 Years: The Royal Challengers Bangalore made history on Tuesday by beating Punjab Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad to win their first-ever Indian Premier League title after waiting 18 years.
Virat Kohli Fulfills His Long-Awaited Dream
Although it took the whole team to get the win, the spotlight was on India’s cricket star Virat Kohli, who finally fulfilled his dream in franchise cricket. His wife, actress Anushka Sharma, was also at the stadium, cheering loudly for both Virat and RCB throughout the match.
When RCB won on the last ball of the 20th over, Virat dropped to the ground and covered his face with his hands. Anushka, watching from the stands, did the same. Then she jumped up happily and hugged other RCB fans in their private box.
An Emotional Embrace: Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma Celebrate Together
A few minutes later, Anushka was at the edge of the field, still cheering for RCB. Virat ran over to her and hugged her tightly, tears streaming down his face as he realized how big the moment was. An emotional Anushka hugged him back and congratulated him, sharing one of the most important moments of his career.
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Virat Kohli said, "Anushka Sharma coming and cheering us since 2014. She's a Bengaluru girl as well, so it's special for her".
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“Gave It Everything I Had” – Kohli Reflects on His Journey
Kohli, who has been part of Royal Challengers Bengaluru since the very first IPL season in 2008, finally got to lift the long-awaited IPL trophy – this time under the captaincy of Rajat Patidar.
After the historic win, Virat Kohli dedicated the victory to the fans and looked back on his long journey with the team. He said he has given everything to RCB over the years – from his younger days to his prime.
“This win is as much for the fans as it is for the team. I’ve given this team my youth, prime and experience. Tried to win it every season, gave it everything I can. Never thought this day would come, I was overcome with emotion after we won,” Kohli said during the post-match interview with Star Sports.
Kohli also paid tribute to his close friend and RCB legend AB de Villiers, who retired a few years ago but still holds a special place in the team’s legacy.
“What ABD has done for the franchise is tremendous, told him ‘this is as much yours as it is ours.’ He’s been the Player of the Match most times in the franchise, despite being retired for four years. He deserves to be on the podium, lifting the cup,” Kohli added.
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