The 2025 IPL season has been nothing short of a rollercoaster, culminating in Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) clinching their first title in 18 years. While the celebrations were grand for RCB, the Punjab Kings (PBKS) also captured hearts with their spirited journey to the final. Among the many stories that emerged, one touching tribute stood out—RJ Mahvash’s heartfelt post applauding Yuzvendra Chahal’s indomitable spirit despite severe injuries. Mahvash, widely rumored to be Chahal’s girlfriend, shared an emotional message that revealed the hidden battles the spinner fought throughout the season.
RJ Mahvash’s emotional ode to Yuzvendra Chahal
Mahvash took to Instagram to post a series of photos from the IPL 2025 final and penned a moving caption dedicated to Chahal. She revealed that Chahal had played the entire season with three fractures—two fractured ribs sustained early in the tournament and a fractured bowling finger later on. Despite the excruciating pain, Chahal never gave up, often seen screaming and crying but always fighting on for his team. Mahvash called him a “warrior” and praised his relentless spirit, highlighting how he embodied true grit and determination.
Her caption read: “They fought, stayed and played till the last match! And special post to @yuzi_chahal23 because what people don’t know is that his ribs got fractured after few matches only and his bowling finger got fractured later, this guy played the entire season with 3 fractures! We all have seen him screaming and crying in pain but have never seen him giving up! I mean what warrior spirit you have man.”
Mahvash also extended her congratulations to RCB for their victory, acknowledging the hard work of all teams and celebrating IPL as a festival for cricket lovers across India. Despite the rumors swirling about their relationship, Mahvash’s post was a genuine expression of admiration for Chahal’s dedication and the Punjab Kings’ valiant effort.
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Punjab Kings’ dream run of IPL 2025
Punjab Kings’ journey in IPL 2025 was a testament to resilience and teamwork. Often underestimated, PBKS defied expectations by making it all the way to the final, showcasing a blend of young talent and experienced players. Chahal was a key figure in their campaign, taking 16 wickets in 14 matches despite battling injuries. His performance under duress was a crucial factor in PBKS’ success, inspiring the team to fight till the very last ball of the tournament.
The final against RCB was a nail-biting affair, with PBKS narrowly losing by six runs in a thrilling contest at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The team’s spirit, as highlighted by Mahvash, was unyielding—they played with heart and passion, earning the respect of fans and critics alike. Their journey has set a strong foundation for the next season, promising more excitement and fierce competition.
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