Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) Finally put an end to their expectations of 18 years for a Premier Indian League (IPL) Title, and the victory aroused deep emotions among the team legends. AB de VilliersOne of the most emblematic players in the history of RCB, shared a touching letter dedicated to the whole RCB family and especially to Virat KohliThe longtime captain of the team and his close friend. Written on June 4, just a day after the historical victory, the letter captures the essence of a journey marked by passion, grief and unwavering loyalty, leading to a dream realized finally.
AB de Villiers pays emotional tribute to RCB and Virat Kohli after IPL 2025 GLORY
The letter from De Villiers living in a living way of the surreal atmosphere of the Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad, where the final took place. Although it is a neutral place, the sea of red and gold, the deafening roar of the fans and the view of the RCB jerseys felt like at home – a spiritual return to the Chinenaswamy stadium in Bangalore.
He also thought about RCB’s trip as more than a cricket team; It is a family linked by shared beliefs, sorrows, miss and miracles. Victory was not only a trophy, but a validation of the incessant passion and the dedication of the franchise, leadership, behind the scenes and fans who have never stopped believing. For Villiers, this moment was a dream come true, more perfect than he could have imagined.
“Dear RCB Family, the last night was something that words will never do fully justice – but I will try, because the heart deserves to speak when it is full. While I entered the Narendra Moda stadium in Ahmedabad, the sun had already plunged under the horizon line, but I felt like RCB red, has always lit the jersey. And gold knew it was at home. That’s good to say that, ” De Villiers wrote.
A letter to the RCB family 💌
Written June 4, 2025
On the way from Ahmedabad to Johannesburg, his ✈️ #RCB pic.twitter.com/umtvh3fxdd– AB de Villiers (@ abdevilliers17) June 11, 2025
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The tacit link between Villiers and Virat Kohli
One of the most poignant parts of De Villiers’s letter is the moment when he shares with Kohli after the final. Standing in front of the other on the ground, their eyes met in a silent exchange which transmitted years of shared struggles, dreams and miss. De Villiers stressed that their connection transcends statistics and recordings, these are human stories and links that they have built on countless sleeves and battles together. Kohli’s recognition of their trip and contributions have deeply touched by Villiers, reminding him that the cricket ultimately concerns the relations and inheritances left behind. This emotional moment sums up the spirit of RCB’s victory – a triumph not only of skill but of heart and unity.
“And then as if the night had not already aroused all the emotions, there was Virat Kohli standing for a long time, just in front of me. Our eyes met for a brief moment and that was all it needed. We didn’t need words. I had a quiet exchange, and everything was understood. The years, the words, there were words of overcoming. According to the game, the way he recognizes our trip, the contributions and shared memories, it touched part of me as little in this game. De Villiers concluded.
The IPL Maiden IPL title of the RCB was won under the direction of Rajat Patidarwho led the team to an exciting 6 -point victory Punjab Kings. The team quarrers played a crucial role by taking Pivotal Moments counters, completing a solid stick performance that posted 190/9 in the final. This historic victory finally rewarded years of perseverance and passion for a franchise which has long been a symbol of resilience in IPL.
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