The grand finale of IPL 2025 between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) is being held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Before the highly anticipated clash, a spectacular closing ceremony was organized, where ICC Chairman Jay Shah was seen attending with his family.
Jay Shah arrived with his wife, mother, and young daughter and was warmly welcomed by the crowd. Fans in the stadium erupted with cheers as he appeared on the big screen, soaking in the electric atmosphere and patriotic performances during the ceremony.
Jay Shah attends IPL Final with familyÂ
ICC CHAIRMAN JAY SHAH AT NMS FOR IPL 2025 FINAL. pic.twitter.com/6XzKE06uOy
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Renowned singer-composer Shankar Mahadevan, along with his sons, delivered a powerful musical tribute to the Indian Armed Forces. The performance reached its peak with Air Force fighter jets and helicopters flying over the stadium carrying the tricolor, creating a moment of national pride and goosebumps for spectators.
RCB vs PBKS: Fourth Clash of the Season
RCB and PBKS are meeting for the fourth time in this season. In the league stage, both teams won one match each. RCB then defeated Punjab in Qualifier 1 to reach the final. Punjab, who finished at the top of the points table, bounced back by beating Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 to secure their spot in the final.
Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and opted to bowl first against RCB. With both teams eyeing their maiden IPL title, an intense and thrilling final is on the cards.
Jay Shah’s surprise visit to RCB team hotelÂ
Just hours before IPL 2025 final between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS), ICC Chairman Jay Shah paid a surprise visit to the RCB team hotel in Ahmedabad. A brief video showing Shah entering the hotel quickly surfaced online and went viral on X (formerly Twitter).
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The unexpected appearance sparked a flurry of reactions from fans – ranging from playful memes to wild speculation.
