The stage is set for the ultimate showdown in the Indian Premier League 2025. After a thrilling two and a half months, the final match is just around the corner. Royal Challengers Bangalore and Punjab Kings have battled their way through the league stage and playoffs, and now they’re ready to face off on June 3rd at the Ahmedabad stadium. As we count down to the big day, here are the top 5 players who will be under the spotlight.
Virat Kohli is known for delivering under pressure, and his bat can change the course of a match in an instant. Remember the 2024 T20 World Cup final when his 76 runs helped India clinch the championship? This season, Kohli has already racked up 614 runs and is ready to take on Punjab Kings in the final.
Shreyas Iyer has been the talk of the town since Punjab Kings made it to the final. With 603 runs under his belt, he’s been on fire. His 87-run innings in the qualifier 2 match against Mumbai Indians was a game-changer. Iyer’s not just a great batsman, but his captaincy skills can also turn the tide of a match.
Josh Hazlewood has been a key factor in Royal Challengers Bangalore’s success this season. The Aussie pacer has taken 21 wickets in 11 matches, including 3 against Punjab Kings in the qualifier 1 match. He’ll be looking to repeat that performance in the final.
Arshdeep Singh has emerged as one of India’s top T20 bowlers in the past few years. With 18 wickets this season and a decent economy rate, he’s a valuable asset for Punjab Kings. As a left-arm pacer, he brings a unique advantage to the team and will be eager to avenge their loss to RCB in the qualifier 1 match.
Jitesh Sharma may not be the top run-scorer in IPL 2025, but he’s been waiting for his moment to shine. His explosive 85 runs off 33 balls against Lucknow Super Giants in the last league match was a glimpse of what he’s capable of. If he can replicate that performance in the final, it could spell trouble for Punjab Kings. The stage is set, and these 5 players are ready to give it their all in the ultimate battle for IPL supremacy.