In the lead-up to the IPL 2025 Final between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings, a single moment has stirred superstition among RCB fans. During the pre-match press conference, Rajat Patidar was seen gazing intently at the IPL trophy — an image eerily similar to the viral moment of Rohit Sharma before the 2023 World Cup Final.
Back then, Rohit’s intense stare ended in heartbreak as India lost to Australia. Now, RCB fans worry that history may repeat itself — this time, in franchise cricket.
RCB’s chance at redemption – or another heartbreak?
Patidar, leading RCB in his debut season as captain, has already made history by guiding the team to its fourth-ever final. But the wait for their first-ever IPL title still looms large. The likes of Virat Kohli, Rahul Dravid, and Anil Kumble never managed to win the coveted title with RCB.
With Punjab Kings also chasing their maiden IPL title — after a gap of 11 years since their last final — the stakes are higher than ever.
Superstition or coincidence?
On social media, fans have drawn parallels between Patidar’s gesture and the infamous ‘Rohit curse.’ Memes, prayers, and panic have taken over timelines, as the trophy stare becomes a viral point of discussion. While it may seem harmless, in a tournament built on emotion and momentum, fans aren’t taking any chances.
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