• Former UK PM Rishi Sunak revealed his pick for IPL 2025 final between RCB and PBKS.

  • Royal Challengers Bengaluru will take on Punjab Kings in the final clash of the cash rich league on June 3.

Former UK PM Rishi Sunak names the franchise he’s backing in RCB vs PBKS IPL 2025 final
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As the thrill and excitement among cricketing fans and experts peaks ahead of the IPL 2025 final, a very well-known personality has entered the debate. Former Britain Prime Minister and cricket enthusiast Rishi Sunak has revealed the side he is backing. In an interview, he spoke passionately about IPL, calling the league has transformed cricket, celebrates talent and creates memories that last a lifetime. He shared personal stories and deep admiration for the game’s rising appeal.

Sunak’s team pick comes with a marriage twist

Speaking to The Times of India, Sunak mentioned the iconic Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) tagline “Ee sala cup namde” (This time, the cup will be ours), expressing his support for the franchise ahead of the IPL 2025 final. Sunak revealed he was married to a Bengaluru family, so RCB will always be his team.

In a heartwarming moment, he also showed an RCB T-shirt gifted to him by his parents on the occasion of his wedding. The gesture reflected not just his personal connection to the team, but also the emotional bond his family shares with the franchise.

“Ee sala cup namde, hopefully my pronunciations have improved, since i proposed Akshata 16 years ago in Kannada, but obviously I’m married to a Bengaluru family so RCB is my team. My mom and dad got me this shirt when we got married,” Sunak said.

Also READ: AB de Villiers’ heartening message for Virat Kohli and RCB fans ahead of IPL 2025 final

RCB are set to clash with PBKS in the final of IPL 2025

After weeks of intense cricketing action, the IPL 2025 final is set to take place on Tuesday as two in-form sides, RCB and Punjab Kings (PBKS), face off at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium. Both teams have showcased exceptional gameplay throughout the season, earning their spots in the summit clash with consistent performances. While RCB hold a 2-1 edge over PBKS in their previous encounters this season including the dominant win in the Qualifier 1, the final promises to be a fresh battle between two hungry contenders chasing their maiden IPL title.

Also READ: Virender Sehwag’s IPL 2025 winner prediction comes with a cautionary note

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