Rajat Patidar has been appointed captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for IPL 2025, which begins on March 21. The development was contrary to wide expectation that Virat Kohli would lead RCB again after they did not retain Faf du Plessis,

That's what Rajat Patidar is to Royal Challengers Bengaluru head coach Andy Flower. He tried his best “not to embarrass” Patidar in describing his qualities, which practically convinced the RCB management to appoint him as their new captain ahead of IPL 2025.

However, there was no doubt that he was in the race for the leadership role. After all, he has been backed by the think tank through thick and thin. Acquired at his base

RCB's think tank has made a bold move by appointing Rajat Patidar as the new captain for the Bengaluru team, despite his relative inexperience in leadership roles. The decision, endorsed by Virat Kohli and facilitated by his recent leadership success with Madhya Pradesh,

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), on Thursday, ended months of anticipation as they named Rajat Patidar as their new captain for the upcoming 2025 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). The announcement was contrary to the wide speculation since the mega auction in November last year that Virat Kohli was all set to return as RCB skipper after the franchise parted ways with Faf du Plessis,

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) appoints Rajat Patidar as captain for the upcoming IPL season. Patidar, recognized for his impressive performance in domestic cricket, was retained by RCB and successfully captained Madhya Pradesh to the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy final.

Rajat Patidar has been appointed as the new captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru for the upcoming IPL season. Former captain Virat Kohli supports this decision wholeheartedly. Patidar's calmness and leadership aspirations impressed the RCB management.

No one was happier than Virat Kohli himself. He promised to be right behind Rajat Patidar and provide all the guidance that he needs to take RCB to the IPL.

Rajat Patidar has been named the new captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru for IPL 2025, replacing former captain Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis. Patidar has been with RCB since 2021 and has shown significant impact in both IPL and domestic cricket,

Rajat Patidar has been appointed as the new captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru, succeeding Virat Kohli. Patidar, an MP batter, debuted for RCB in 2021 and has since proven his leadership skills. Kohli and other key figures endorsed Patidar's leadership,

Rajat Patidar takes charge as Royal Challengers Bengaluru's captain for the IPL 2025 season. Praised by coach Andy Flower for his calm and patient demeanor, Patidar is expected to lead RCB to victory with his strategic prowess and batting expertise.