After 18 years of heartbreaks and near-misses, Royal Challengers Bengaluru have finally lifted their maiden IPL trophy, defeating Punjab Kings in a thrilling IPL 2025 final. But beyond the roar of the crowd and the fireworks at at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, one of the most iconic images of the night was Virat Kohli proudly posing with wife Anushka Sharma and the coveted trophy in hand, a moment brimming with emotion, pride, and years of unwavering support.The couple, glowing with joy, stood side-by-side, holding the trophy that had eluded RCB for nearly two decades. While the celebration was all about the team’s long-awaited triumph, it was the emotional embrace between Virat and Anushka that truly stole the spotlight.Moments after the win, Virat spoke to Navjot Singh Sidhu, who highlighted the deeply moving moment he shared with his wife. “For all the joy that you’ve given, the moment which will stay etched in my memory is your eyes overflowing with emotion and you hugging your better half. She stood by you, thick and thin,” said Sidhu.Kohli, clearly moved, responded, “100%. She’s been coming here, supporting RCB since 2014. So it’s been 11 years for her as well — relentlessly coming to games, watching us just miss out. What your life partner does for you — the sacrifices, the commitment — backing you through thick and thin, is something you can’t explain in words.”He further added that only professional players truly understand what partners endure off the field. “What Anushka has gone through emotionally, watching me being down and out… She’s a Bangalore girl too. This is very, very special for her, and she’s going to be so, so proud.”As the final ball was bowled and RCB’s historic win was sealed, Anushka sprinted to the ground and wrapped Virat in a tight hug. Kohli broke down in her arms, sobbing tears of joy as she gently consoled him, brushing his head and holding him close. In a tender moment of gratitude, he kissed her forehead — a quiet celebration of love, resilience, and shared dreams.Earlier, Anushka was seen in the stands, visibly anxious during the high-pressure final. Her pained reaction to Kohli’s dismissal quickly went viral, reflecting the emotional toll the game took on her too. Moments later, her joy knew no bounds as she jumped in celebration, joined by her family.Virat and Anushka’s journey together began in 2013 on the sets of a commercial shoot. The couple tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in Italy in December 2017 and are now proud parents to daughter Vamika (born January 2021) and son Akaay (born February 2024).
