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In a season already overflowing with drama, comebacks, and defining moments, acclaimed filmmaker SS Rajamouli<\/strong> added a deeply emotional twist to the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025<\/strong><\/a> narrative with his introspective take on the upcoming final. As Punjab Kings sealed their place in the grand finale with a gripping 5-wicket win over Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2, the cricketing world stood in awe of Shreyas Iyer\u2019<\/strong>s unbeaten 87 off just 41 balls, <\/strong>a knock that not only powered Punjab to the final after 11 years but also completed a personal redemption arc for the dynamic captain.<\/p>\n Rajamouli\u2019s viral post on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram captured this emotional arc and juxtaposed it against the relentless journey of both the elite players for their respective teams.<\/p>\n In his now-viral post, Rajamouli didn\u2019t hold back on the emotional weight of what\u2019s about to unfold at the Narendra Modi Stadium on June 3. With a picture of Kohli and Iyer shaking hands, he summarized the journey of both skippers filled with triumphs, rejections, persistence, and emotional highs, into a single truth: \u201cWhatever the result\u2026 it\u2019s going to be a heartbreak.\u201d<\/em>\u00a0The legendary director, known for his cinematic storytelling, used words that felt like dialogue from a sports epic. He recounted how Shreyas Iyer was dropped after leading Delhi Capitals to a final and then again after winning a title for Kolkata Knight Riders, only to rise once more, this time with a youthful Punjab Kings squad, carrying them into a final after over a decade.<\/p>\n Also READ: <\/strong>David Warner\u2019s IPL 2025 final predictions: Winner and Player of the Match<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Rajamouli\u2019s tribute to Iyer<\/strong> painted the picture of a resilient leader wronged by fate, yet undeterred. \u201cThis man leads Delhi to a final\u2026 and is dropped\u2026 Leads Kolkata to a trophy\u2026 dropped\u2026 Leads a young Punjab to the finals after 11 years. He deserves this year\u2019s trophy too,\u201d<\/em> he wrote, applauding Iyer\u2019s consistency and determination. The praise wasn\u2019t limited to leadership alone. Rajamouli admired the finesse in Iyer\u2019s gameplay, notably his ability to \u201cguide Bumrah\u2019s and Boult\u2019s yorkers to the third man boundary\u2026 Exquisite,\u201d <\/em>His recognition of this subtle batting artistry resonated widely, especially as it came from a master of visual storytelling.<\/p>\n On the other side of the narrative stands Virat Kohli<\/strong><\/a>, arguably the face of Indian cricket in the 21st century. While he has compiled thousands of runs year after year<\/em>, one prize has consistently eluded him, the IPL trophy. Rajamouli\u2019s message for Kohli was filled with admiration and quiet desperation: \u201cAnd then there is Kohli\u2026 who is performing year on year\u2026 compiling thousands of runs. The final frontier for him\u2026 He deserves it too.\u201d <\/em>The contrast was striking one man trying to prove he belongs despite being overlooked, and another trying to fulfill the last chapter of a glorious legacy.<\/p>\n Iyer guiding Bumrah\u2019s and Boult\u2019s yorkers to the third man boundary\u2026 Exquisite\u2026<\/p>\n This man leads Delhi to a final\u2026 and is dropped\u2026 On the other hand,\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/ws0anhcZ3l<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 rajamouli ss (@ssrajamouli) June 2, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\nSS Rajamouli\u2019s epic reflection on IPL 2025 final<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Leads Kolkata to a trophy\u2026 dropped\u2026
Leads a young Punjab to the finals after 11 years.
He deserves this year\u2019s trophy too\u2026<\/p>\n