Virat Kohli's long-held dream came true as he led Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to victory in the IPL final against Gujarat Titans, scoring an unbeaten 75 runs. His performance included the fastest half-century of his IPL career, reached in just 25 balls. Kohli expressed his excitement, stating, "Stuff you dream of. Thought of this moment many times, wanting to hit the winning run." Despite the pressure, he felt relaxed, attributing his calmness to the team's confidence in handling challenging situations. Kohli highlighted the collaborative effort of his teammates, including Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, acknowledging that the triumph was not solely his achievement. He praised RCB's consistency throughout the season and the unwavering support from fans, who rallied behind the team even in the opposing team's home ground. Kohli's adaptability was evident as he noted the influence of younger players pushing him to elevate his game.