Watch: Virat Kohli breaks down, hugs Anushka Sharma as RCB win first IPL trophy in 18 years

Virat Kohli breaks down, hugs Anushka Sharma as RCB win first IPL trophy in 18 years

It was an emotional moment for India's talismanic cricketer Virat Kohli as his agonising wait for 18 years finally came to end on Tuesday. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), a franchise that Virat has been the part off since the inception of Indian Premier League (IPL), defeated Punjab Kings (PBKS) in an exciting final held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

Virat was seen in tears moments before RCB clinched their maiden IPL glory and emotions were vivid right after the franchise achieved it. His wife and actress Anushka Sharma, who has been the pillar behind Virat, was also present at the venue to celebrate the moment. She joined the celebrations soon after the match was over and the two shared an emotional hug, showcasing what it meant to India's premier batter - who scored 43 off 35 balls in the finale.

Here are a few videos of the moment:

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"This win is as much for the fans as it is for the team. It's been 18 long years. I've given this team my youth, prime and experience. I've tried to win it every season, gave it everything I have. To finally have it is an unbelievable feeling. Never thought this day would come, I was overcome with emotion after the last ball was bowled. Gave each and every ounce of my energy and it's an amazing feeling," Kohli told the broadcasters while RCB were celebrating their win.

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What happened in the match?

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) produced a valiant show and defeated Punjab Kings (PBKS) by six runs. RCB, who were invited to bat first, posted a challenging 190/9 on the board, courtesy to a brilliant cameo by Jitesh Sharma, who hammered 24 off 10 balls. Punjab in response failed to replicate the show they put in the Eliminator against Mumbai Indians and managed 184/7 in 20 overs.