Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) are set to clash in the much-anticipated IPL 2025 final on Tuesday, June 3, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Both teams are eager to secure their first championship title, having had impressive runs to reach the final. RCB secured their place by defeating PBKS in Qualifier 1, while PBKS advanced after a commanding victory over Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2.
RCB’s star players will be crucial in the final, with Virat Kohli leading with 614 runs this season, averaging 55.82 with an impressive strike rate of 146.53. He has recorded eight half-centuries throughout the tournament. In the bowling department, Josh Hazlewood stands out as RCB’s leading wicket-taker, having claimed 21 wickets at an average of 15.80 across 11 matches.
On the other hand, PBKS boasts a formidable batting lineup as well, with captain Shreyas Iyer contributing 603 runs at an average of 54.82 and a remarkable strike rate of 175.80. PBKS’s bowling efforts are spearheaded by Arshdeep Singh, who has taken 18 wickets in 16 games.
For fans eager to catch the action, the final is scheduled to commence at 10 AM Eastern Time (with the toss at 9:30 AM) and 9 AM Central Time (toss at 8:30 AM). The match will be broadcast on Willow TV and can also be live-streamed for free on the Cricbuzz app or website. Subscription-based services like FuboTV, DirecTV, and Sling TV will also offer live streaming.
This IPL final promises to be an exciting contest, showcasing some of the brightest cricketing talents. Both teams have demonstrated resilience and skill throughout the tournament, leading to a thrilling conclusion to the season. Fans from around the world will be tuning in to see which team will emerge victorious and claim the coveted trophy.