RCB's IPL win has brought with it more than just a trophy. It has brought stories of belief and emotional redemption.
Among the most heartfelt of them comes from wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma - who revealed that he had visualised holding the IPL trophy before the season even began.
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That vision became reality in Ahmedabad as RCB finally lifted their maiden IPL trophy. The 18-year wait ended with a dramatic win over PBKS in the final.
But for Jitesh, the moment was already written. Not just in destiny, but also in his journal.
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After the final, Jitesh took to Instagram to share a photo of himself holding the IPL trophy, flanked by none other than Virat Kohli on his left and Dinesh Karthik on his right - exactly as he had envisioned it when he joined RCB.
Jitesh was not just a part of the RCB squad. He delivered several crucial knocks throughout the season.
In 11 innings, he scored 261 runs - averaging 37.28 with a best of 85*. He has one half-century to his name, which sealed the team's top 2 spot before the playoffs.
For a player who dared to dream and then delivered, the 2025 title will always be more than a medal. It’s a personal victory of belief made real.