RCB vs PBKS IPL 2025 Finals LIVE Match Streaming: TV Channel, OTT Platform, Match Time, Playing XI

The IPL 2025 final is set to be a thrilling encounter between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Both teams are eager to secure their first Indian Premier League title. RCB, led by Rajat Patidar, and PBKS, captained by Shreyas Iyer, will face off in this much-anticipated match.

After an intense season of 74 matches spanning nearly two months, the IPL 2025 season reaches its climax tonight. The final showdown between RCB and PBKS promises excitement as both teams aim to end their long-standing trophy drought since the league's inception in 2008.

IPL 2025 Final: Live Streaming Details

The final match will commence at 7:30 PM on June 3 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The toss is scheduled for 7:00 PM, setting the stage for an electrifying contest. Fans can catch the live broadcast on Star Sports or stream it via the Jio Hotstar app and website in India.

RCB has reached the IPL finals four times now. Their previous appearances were against Deccan Chargers in 2009, Chennai Super Kings in 2011, and Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2016. Despite their strong performances, they have yet to clinch the coveted title.

PBKS Journey to the Final

This marks PBKS's second appearance in an IPL final. Their first attempt was in 2014 when they faced Kolkata Knight Riders but fell short of victory. Under Shreyas Iyer's leadership, PBKS has shown remarkable resilience and consistency throughout this season.

Rajat Patidar is making his debut as RCB captain this year. He leads a team known for its star power and massive fan following. Meanwhile, Shreyas Iyer brings experience from his previous success with KKR last season before joining PBKS for this campaign.

RCB vs PBKS Head-to-Head Record

The head-to-head record between RCB and PBKS is evenly matched with each team winning 18 out of their 36 encounters. This balance adds another layer of intrigue to tonight's final as both sides vie for supremacy on cricket's grandest stage.

RCB vs PBKS Likely Playing XI

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Mayank Agarwal, Rajat Patidar (c), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yash Dayal, Josh Hazlewood/ Suyash Sharma.

Punjab Kings: Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Josh Inglis (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Kyle Jamieson, Arshdeep Singh, Harpreet Brar/Yuzvendra Chahal/ Vijaykumar Vyshak.

The closing ceremony will kick off at 6:00 PM at the same venue, featuring various performances to entertain fans before the main event begins. As anticipation builds, cricket enthusiasts eagerly await which team will finally lift their maiden IPL trophy tonight.