The Rajat Patidar-led RCB defeated the Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 final in Ahmedabad. The Bengaluru-based franchise tasted the success of IPL glory after a long wait of 18 years. Following the triumph, Kohli was seen shedding tears of happiness
Virat Kohli, Chris Gayle (Pic: Instagram/virat.kohli)
Former West Indies cricketer, Chris Gayle, who has also represented Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in IPL, said that good things come to those who wait.
He also said that he was happy for Virat Kohli and the franchise as well.
"I was happy for RCB. I'm happy for Virat as well," Gayle told ANI.
"Eighteen years, you know, we've been trying to get this title but like I said, good things come to those who wait," he added.
Last month, the Rajat Patidar-led RCB defeated the Punjab Kings in the final of the IPL 2025 in Ahmedabad.
The Bengaluru-based franchise tasted the success of IPL glory after a long wait of 18 years. Following the triumph, Kohli was seen shedding tears of happiness.
Further, the former Caribbean cricketer also expressed happiness for being a part of the franchise and added that he was glad to witness the victory in Ahmedabad.
"We finally actually get the chance to lift that trophy. I'm glad I was there to witness it and even get a touch of the trophy, even though I didn't play. It felt so overwhelming to actually be part of such a franchise. I'm just happy they crossed the line," he noted.
While he celebrated RCB's success, the "Universe Boss" had one eye on another team close to his heart.
"Hopefully next year, Punjab (Punjab Kings) can be that team to actually go all the way and lift that trophy," he said.
Currently, Gayle is busy featuring in the World Championship of Legends (WCL). He has been leading the West Indies Champions.
Speaking about the tournament, "It's good to be back for Season 2. Whenever I put on the maroon colours, it still brings back memories, back in the days. I know this is more like the Legends side of things and the Masters thing, but the WCL Season 2 is fantastic, more challenging, more competitive," said the 45-year-old.
He also said that the arrival of a few new players in the tournament has taken the excitement to new heights.
"It's more exciting this year. Some new players are in the league for the first time, AB (de Villiers), Bravo (Dwayne), Pollard (Kieron), Shikhar Dhawan," he signed off.
(With ANI Inputs)
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