2025 has been a year of redemption for global sports, with several teams breaking long-standing trophy droughts across cricket, football, and basketball. From RCB’s maiden IPL triumph to Crystal Palace’s first major trophy in 119 years, this year has been a celebration of resilience and long-awaited victories.
🔴 Teams That Ended Their Trophy Droughts in 2025:
1️⃣ Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) – Won their first-ever IPL title after 18 seasons, defeating Punjab Kings by six runs in the final.
2️⃣ Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) – Secured their first UEFA Champions League title, thrashing Inter Milan 5-0 in the final.
3️⃣ Newcastle United – Lifted their first major trophy in 70 years, winning the EFL Cup against Liverpool (2-1).
4️⃣ Crystal Palace – Ended a 119-year trophy drought, defeating Manchester City 1-0 to win the FA Cup.
5️⃣ Tottenham Hotspur – Won their first major trophy in 17 years, beating Manchester United 1-0 in the UEFA Europa League final.
6️⃣ Bologna FC – Clinched their first Coppa Italia title in 51 years, overcoming AC Milan 1-0.
7️⃣ Hobart Hurricanes – Finally lifted the Big Bash League (BBL) trophy after 13 seasons of heartbreak.
📢 The Emotional Impact:
- Virat Kohli broke down in tears after RCB’s IPL win, marking the end of an 18-year quest.
- PSG’s victory cemented their place in European football history, with Kylian Mbappé leading the charge.
- Newcastle fans flooded the streets, celebrating their first major silverware since 1955.
⚠️ What’s Next?
With so many historic wins, 2025 has proven that persistence pays off. Fans worldwide are rejoicing, and these victories will be etched in sporting history forever.
👉 Which team’s triumph excited you the most? Let us know in the comments!
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