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Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann and Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar express support for their respective teams, Punjab Kings and RCB, ahead of the IPL 2025 final.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann and Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar rally behind their teams ahead of IPL 2025 final. (IMAGE: PTI/X)
As Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings prepare to face off in the IPL 2025 final, the contest has drawn the attention and support of top political leaders from both states.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann extended his wishes to the Punjab Kings, saying, “I would like to say good luck to the Punjab Kings team.” His message came as fans across Punjab rallied behind their side, hoping for the team’s first IPL title.
#WATCH | On Royal Challengers Bengaluru to play the IPL Final 2025, Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar says “I am happy. Bengaluru boys RCB will win in Ahmedabad. After a very long time, they have come to the finals. The govt of Karnataka and the people of Karnataka are waiting… pic.twitter.com/4NwUwcpnWI— ANI (@ANI) June 2, 2025
On the other side, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar took to social media and addressed reporters to express his support for RCB. “I am happy. Bengaluru boys RCB will win in Ahmedabad.
#WATCH | On the IPL final match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings, Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann says, “I would like to say good luck to the Punjab Kings team.” pic.twitter.com/tothWrB8Jg— ANI (@ANI) June 3, 2025
After a very long time, they have come to the finals. The government of Karnataka and the people of Karnataka are waiting for their victory,” he said, noting the strong fan turnout expected at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
In a tweet posted earlier, Shivakumar also wrote: “Ee Sala Cup Namde! 18 years of grit. Every prayer, every cheer, every heartbreak – it all leads to today. This is more than a match. Our moment. Our cup. Wishing @RCBTweets the very best – Karnataka is with you!”
Shankhyaneel Sarkar is a senior subeditor at News18. He covers international affairs, where he focuses on breaking news to in-depth analyses. He has over five years of experience during which he has covered sev…Read More
Shankhyaneel Sarkar is a senior subeditor at News18. He covers international affairs, where he focuses on breaking news to in-depth analyses. He has over five years of experience during which he has covered sev… Read More
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