IPL 2025 Finals: Who Is Chris Gayle Supporting? Jamaican Cricketer Wears RCB’s Jersey But Brings ‘Turban’ Twist For Punjab Kings

Chris Gayle grabbed eyeballs at the IPL 2025 final for his unique match-day outfit. The West Indies legend showed up at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday wearing Royal Challengers Bangalore’s jersey and a red turban in tribute to Punjab Kings. The two franchises he once played for were facing off for their first-ever IPL title, and Gayle decided not to pick sides.

Chris Gayle At IPL 2025 Finals

From the stands, Gayle posted photos cheering for both teams and captioned it, “Let The Game Begin! RCB v PBKS #OneIndia #IPL #Finals #2025.” 

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Fans flooded the comment section with hilarious responses. A user wrote, “This is a legendary move 😂😂”

Another said, “Bro supporting his two X teams ❤️😍”

A third user said, “Bro supporting 50-50.”

One more user said, “Bro choosed safer side.”

A fan wrote, “Gayle be like - punjab challenger bangalore.”

Chris Supports RCB And Punjab Kings With Equal Love

Gayle’s look symbolised years of IPL history. He played for RCB from 2011 to 2017, scoring 3,163 runs in 85 matches. With five centuries and 19 fifties, he became one of the most feared batters in T20 history. His unbeaten 175 remains the highest individual score in IPL.

From 2018 to 2021, he wore the Punjab Kings jersey. In 41 matches, he smashed 1,339 runs with one century and 10 fifties. His powerful knocks and charismatic presence made him a fan favourite in both camps.

With both RCB and PBKS reaching the final, Gayle’s dual support was expected and his outfit said it all.

RCB booked their spot in the final by finishing second in the league with 19 points and beating Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1. Virat Kohli was in top form, scoring 614 runs at an average of 55.82. Josh Hazlewood led the bowling with 21 wickets in just 11 games.

On the other hand, Punjab Kings topped the table with a better net run rate but lost to RCB in Qualifier 1. They bounced back by defeating Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2. Captain Shreyas Iyer was their star with 603 runs this season, including an unbeaten 87 against MI. Arshdeep Singh was their top bowler with 18 wickets in 16 matches.