Thalapathy Vijay in disguise? Mysterious masked man spotted at RCB games sparks fan theories ahead of IPL 2025 final
A mysterious masked man attending RCB games has gone viral online, with fans joking he might be Thalapathy Vijay in disguise. As RCB and PBKS prepare for their long-awaited IPL 2025 final, fan theories continue to flood social media.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) are set to face off in the IPL 2025 final on June 3, and the build-up couldn¡¯t be more intense. It¡¯s a big moment for both sides ¡ª neither has ever won the IPL title. RCB are back in the final for the first time in nine years, while PBKS are making their first appearance in 11 years. Both teams have come close before but fallen short, which makes this clash even more special for the fans.
While all eyes are on the match, something else has been catching everyone¡¯s attention during RCB¡¯s recent games ¡ª a masked fan who keeps showing up no matter where the team plays. As the big game awaits, fans online have been busy guessing the identity, and many even believe he might be Tamil superstar Thalapathy Vijay.
Who is the mysterious masked RCB fan?
Clad in simple clothes and a handkerchief wrapped over his face, the man has been seen sitting quietly in the stands at multiple RCB games, no matter where they were played. He doesn¡¯t cheer much but always seems to know exactly when the cameras are watching. Sometimes, he even stares directly into the lens.
Who's this mysterious guy? ? pic.twitter.com/heNdy2O9Fb
¡ª ???? (@vinoo_96) June 1, 2025
Fans first thought he might be a regular superfan, but as his appearances became more frequent and well-timed, theories started popping up online. Some say he¡¯s part of a secret agency; others joke he might actually be Thalapathy Vijay trying to keep a low profile.
Fans joke it's Thalapathy Vijay and drop wild theories
Social media has exploded with speculation, memes, and guesses about the masked man's real identity.
When an RCB fan dropped a post asking, "Who's this mysterious guy?" many in the comments section had one answer: Thalapathy Vijay.
Vijay ? @actorvijay https://t.co/Trw0z6KCqH
¡ª Hariharan Durairaj ????? (@hariharan_draj) June 2, 2025
RCB fanboy @actorvijay na ??? https://t.co/7C0hTNWdTf
¡ª ?. (@KuskiOffl) June 3, 2025
Why is Thalapathy Vijay being mentioned in almost every comment and quote I receive? ? https://t.co/yPZo5moFps
¡ª ???? (@vinoo_96) June 2, 2025
Meanwhile, one user joked, "A heartbroken time traveler, revisiting every game trying to alter the timeline so that RCB doesn't lose again...but it always happens."
Another added, "Guy who took sick leave to be at the game, hiding his face to not get recognized by his officials."
Guy who took sick leave to be at the game, hiding his face to not get recognised by his officials ?
¡ª Whyrat Kohli (@itsmehotshot) June 2, 2025
Recently some guy got caught like that.
RCB vs. PBKS final
The IPL 2025 final is set to take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, with over 100,000 fans expected to pack the stands. It¡¯s a massive occasion for both sides. RCB, led by a strong batting lineup, are hoping to finally lift their first-ever trophy after falling short in previous attempts. For Punjab Kings, this marks their first final since 2014, and they too are eyeing a fresh chapter. With so much history and hunger on both sides, the stage is perfectly set for a blockbuster finish.
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