After 18 long seasons under one franchise, Virat Kohli could not hold back tears as Royal Challengers Bangalore secured the prestigious winner’s trophy at the Indian Premier League 2025. When the team lifted the maiden trophy last night, on June 3, 2025, the cricketing world erupted, but it was a special win for Virat Kohli. The sight of Kohli breaking into tears, hands raised to the sky at the Narendra Modi Stadium, was a full-circle moment for both the cricketer and his loyal fans.
For the ace cricketer, who recently took his retirement from test cricket, this win hit home. And it wasn’t just about winning the trophy. It was about the years of resilience, heartbreaks, near-misses, and unwavering loyalty to RCB, and a financial journey that mirrored Virat Kohli’s rise as one of the greatest players in IPL history. Beginning with a modest pay, the cricketer spent the years perfecting his game, gradually cementing his status as a superstar of the cricket world.
Virat Kohli’s IPL journey with RCB started 18 years ago with a modest amount