On the evening of June 3, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will have a golden opportunity to break their 17-year title drought.

After falling short in three previous IPL finals—2009, 2011, and 2016—RCB now finds itself just one win away from lifting the coveted trophy. The team has looked in formidable form throughout the season, excelling in both batting and bowling departments.

Lemon and Chilli for Good Luck? 

With hopes running high, fans are pulling out all the stops to bring good luck to the team. A video going viral on social media shows one such die-hard RCB supporter decorating his car with lemon and green chillies—a traditional Indian talisman believed to ward off the evil eye. The car also features RCB flags, reflecting the passionate fan base that is desperate to see their team crowned champions.

A car wrapped in nimbu and mirchi spotted in Bangalore to protect RCB from nazar ahead of the IPL Final.🤞 pic.twitter.com/VL8bMA5Hcr

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) June 3, 2025

One of the most notable aspects of RCB's 2025 campaign has been its collective strength. The team hasn’t relied on any single player but instead delivered consistent performances across the board. From the explosive opening partnership of Phil Salt and Virat Kohli to solid contributions from Mayank Agarwal at No. 3 and the captaincy of Rajat Patidar, RCB has shown depth and composure under pressure.

RCB’s bowlers have stepped up at critical moments this season. Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been lethal with both the new ball and at the death, while Josh Hazlewood has claimed 21 wickets so far. Yash Dayal has provided consistency with the ball, and young spinner Suyash Sharma has impressed with his economy and knack for picking up wickets at crucial junctures.

With the team firing on all cylinders and the fans’ unwavering belief, RCB enters the final with high hopes. If momentum, balance, and a bit of superstition are anything to go by, this could finally be the year that RCB lifts their maiden IPL trophy.