There was a special guest among the sea of fans at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Tuesday night as the IPL 2025 final brought two hopefuls, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings, face to face.
Former British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, known for his love of cricket, joined the crowd in Ahmedabad to support RCB in their first-ever IPL title win.
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Sunak wasn’t alone. His wife, Akshata Murty, daughter of Indian businessman Narayana Murthy, was by his side as the couple soaked in the grand finale atmosphere. This appearance turned plenty of heads as fans spotted the couple enjoying the night like true cricket lovers.
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There was no doubt about where Sunak's loyalty stood. He posted a cheerful selfie on social media with the caption “Let’s go RCB”, clearly showing support for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Wearing a relaxed smile and standing beside his wife, the former UK leader looked thrilled to be part of this historic night.
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His post quickly gathered attention, with RCB fans celebrating his backing for their side. After all, RCB have been chasing their maiden IPL title for years and support from a global figure like Sunak added to the energy.