'Feeling Butterflies, I Don’t Know...': AB De Villiers Shares His Excitement Ahead Of RCB Vs PBKS IPL 2025 Final Showdown; Video

As the cricketing world gears up for the much-anticipated IPL 2025 Final between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS), one of RCB’s most iconic figures, AB de Villiers, has spoken from the heart, sharing his excitement and nerves ahead of the big clash.

The final is set to take place on June 3rd at 7:30 PM at the grand Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, and the stage couldn’t be more fitting for a blockbuster encounter. Speaking about the match, de Villiers said, "Feeling butterflies, I don’t know if I'm going crazy, but I'm already a bit nervous. I want RCB to win; everyone knows that by now. But I feel both these teams deserve to be there. I think it's going to be a wonderful final. I'm incredibly excited. We're going to see some great cricket."

The legendary South African, who enjoyed a storied IPL career primarily with RCB, has remained a loyal supporter of the franchise even after retirement. His heartfelt words reflect not only his enduring passion for RCB but also his respect for Punjab Kings’ journey this season.

RCB, led by the likes of Virat Kohli and a resurgent squad, have defied odds to reach the final after years of near-misses, heartbreaks, and rebuilding phases. Meanwhile, PBKS have also had a fairy-tale run, making their second-ever appearance in an IPL final, years after their only other attempt in 2014.

IPL 2025: Royal Challengers Bengaluru will take on Punjab Kings in the finals at Narendra Modi Stadium

The stage is set for a historic showdown as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) clash in the IPL 2025 final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on June 3 at 7:30 PM IST. Both teams are vying for their maiden IPL title, adding an extra layer of anticipation to this high-stakes encounter.

Under the leadership of Rajat Patidar, RCB finished second in the league stage with 9 wins, 4 losses, and one no-result, amassing 19 points. They secured their spot in the final by defeating PBKS in Qualifier 1, marking their first final appearance since 2016.

PBKS topped the league stage with an identical record to RCB but had a superior net run rate. After a setback against RCB in Qualifier 1, they bounced back by overcoming Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2, thanks to a stellar unbeaten 87 by captain Shreyas Iyer.

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