He single-handedly broke the backbone of Punjab's attempt to hunt down the 191-run target and steered Bengaluru to a six-run triumph and RCB's first IPL trophy victory.

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Virat Kohli and Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their maiden title with a six-run victory over Punjab Kings in the IPL final on June 3, ending an 18-year wait for the coveted trophy.

Virat Kohli and Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their maiden title with a six-run victory over Punjab Kings in the IPL final on June 3, ending an 18-year wait for the coveted trophy.

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“I’ve stayed loyal to this team. I’ve had moments otherwise, but I stayed with them, and them with me. My heart is with Bangalore, my soul is with Bangalore. Tonight, I’ll sleep like a baby,” Kohli said

Virat Kohli was visibly emotional - and why wouldn't he be - after RCB won their maiden IPL trophy.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won their maiden title with a six-run victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on Tuesday.

RCB beat Punjab Kings by six runs in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.