After years of waiting, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) finally lifted the IPL trophy this year. The monumental moment not only scripted history but also emotionally charged the team’s fan base with a new kind of joy. It’s because winning the title wasn’t merely about lifting a trophy, but it was more about redeeming the dreams of millions of die-hard fans who stuck with the side through thick and thin for 18 years.
Since 2008, RCB has seen so many ups and downs, always coupled with star power. From Indian blasters Virat Kohli and Rahul Dravid to evergreen Chris Gayle and AB de Villiers, RCB’s team frequently seemed invincible on paper. Despite this, the team went trophy-less until last night.
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Due to this once-in-a-lifetime moment, social media erupted with joy. However, one person’s post attracts everyone’s attention. And he is none other than RCB’s first owner, Vijay Mallya. The fugitive businessman may have left India but an RCB supporter inside him is still alive.
Vijay Mallya tweeted on RCB’s victory
Complimenting RCB, Vijay Mallya posted tweets on X, formerly known as Twitter. In his tweets, he poured his heart out and became nostalgic about how he started the team. In his tweet, he wrote,
RCB are IPL Champions finally after 18 years. Superb campaign right through the 2025 tournament. A well balanced team Playing Bold with outstanding coaching and support staff. Many congratulations ! Ee sala cup namde !!
RCB are IPL Champions finally after 18 years. Superb campaign right through the 2025 tournament. A well balanced team Playing Bold with outstanding coaching and support staff. Many congratulations ! Ee sala cup namde !!
— Vijay Mallya (@TheVijayMallya) June 3, 2025
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In another tweet, he wrote,
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When I founded RCB it was my dream that the IPL trophy should come to Bengaluru. I had the privilege of picking the legendary King Kohli as a youngster and it is remarkable that he has stayed with RCB for 18 years. I also had the honour of picking Chris Gayle the Universe Boss and Mr 360 AB DeVillers who remain an indelible part of RCB history. Finally, the IPL trophy arrives in Bengaluru. Congratulations and thanks again to all who made my dream come true. RCB fans are the very best and they deserve the IPL trophy. Ee Sala Cup Bengaluru baruthe !”
When I founded RCB it was my dream that the IPL trophy should come to Bengaluru. I had the privilege of picking the legendary King Kohli as a youngster and it is remarkable that he has stayed with RCB for 18 years. I also had the honour of picking Chris Gayle the Universe Boss…
— Vijay Mallya (@TheVijayMallya) June 3, 2025
His post on RCB’s victory is going viral, with many people also trying to learn more about his present whereabouts.
Who is Vijay Mallya?
Former Indian businessman Vijay Mallya was the owner of United Breweries and Kingfisher Airlines. In the past, the businessman was well-known, and his opulent way of living frequently attracted notice. He was known as the “King of Good Times.”
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However, things took a radical turn, and Vijay Mallya faced a difficult time when his Kingfisher Airlines went bankrupt in the 2000s. To keep pace with the company’s expansion, he secured loans from multiple banks totaling approximately Rs. 9,000 crore. Despite this, Kingfisher Airlines suffered such severe losses that it was forced to close.
Mallya was charged with fraud and money laundering since he was still unable to repay the loans. When the inquiry started in 2016, Vijay Mallya fled to the UK in secret to avoid being arrested in India.
Also read: Meet The Current Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) Owners After Vijay Mallya’s Exit
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What is Vijay Mallya currently doing?
Vijay Mallya was requested to return to India many times. However, he refused every time and continued his legal battle in the UK. As per reports, he still lives in the UK and leads an extravagant lifestyle there. He still holds many extravagant properties all around the world.
He is the owner of two historic homes in the United Kingdom: Ladywalk Mansion in Hertfordshire and Cornwall Terrace. In addition to this, Mallya owns three properties in the US, including two that he shares with his daughter, a penthouse, and the Trump Plaza. He also has homes in France. Mallya is the owner of Le Grand Jardin, an upscale residence off the coast of Cannes on the Island of Sainte-Marguerite.
Despite legal battles in India, he still owns Niladri Bungalow in Mumbai and Kingfisher Towers Penthouse in Bengaluru. In addition, Vijay Mallya owns a sizeable 8.08% interest in United Breweries Ltd., valued at about Rs 4,367.2 crore, according to Trendlyne.com. Additionally, he owns 0.01% of United Spirits Ltd., which is worth Rs 9.8 crore.
What is Vijay Mallya’s current net worth?
According to Forbes, Vijay Mallya’s net worth reached USD 750 million in 2013, during the height of his career. However, his net worth fluctuated due to the financial disaster he experienced. In 2022, according to the Independent UK, it was approximately USD 1.2 billion. As of 2025, Vijay Mallya reportedly had a net worth of USD 600 million, although it is unclear if this is true or not.
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