Following Punjab Kings' defeat, head coach Ricky Ponting expressed that Virat Kohli's emotional display, kneeling with teary eyes, illustrates his deep yearning for the IPL title over the past 18 years. This tournament holds significant importance for players. Kohli, unable to contain his emotions, showcased his feelings during the final moments of the IPL match where his team, RCB, triumphed over Punjab Kings by just 6 runs, marking their first title win since the league's inception in 2008.

Ponting remarked after the final that one could see tears in Kohli's eyes during the last over. This moment signifies the essence of the tournament for all players. While teams like Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians have secured multiple titles, winning this tournament is no easy feat. It is as challenging as one can imagine, and becoming the champion of this league is quite difficult.

After the championship, Kohli advised young cricketers to respect Test cricket, emphasizing its traditional significance. Ponting, sharing his own experiences, conveyed that he understands Kohli's sentiments. Kohli mentioned to broadcasters that this victory ranks among the best moments of his career, yet he still regards Test cricket as a step above. In his view, Test cricket deserves immense respect.

He urged the youth to honor Test cricket, stating that excelling in this format will earn them respect wherever they go. To gain respect in the cricketing world, one must play Test cricket and dedicate themselves fully to it.