Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has chosen Rajat Patidar from Madhya Pradesh as the team’s captain for the IPL 2025 season, announced on Thursday. Patidar is taking over from Faf du Plessis, who was the captain for three seasons from 2022 to 2024. Under Faf’s leadership, the team reached the IPL Playoffs twice. The 31-year-old batsman from Indore made a surprising comeback to the IPL in the middle of the 2022 season. He joined RCB as a replacement for Luvnith Sisodia after playing four matches for the team in 2021 but was not kept on after that year. Now he’s leading the side. Virat Kohli has congratulated him.
Virat Kohli’s message to new RCB captain Rajat Patidar
Virat Kohli congratulated Rajat patidar through a video message. He praised the batter and his performances and contributions to the franchise over the years. “Rajat, firstly, congratulations! I wish you all the very best and want to tell you that the way you have grown in this franchise, the way you have performed, you have truly made a place in the hearts of all RCB fans around the world. I think it’s really exciting to watch you play, so this is very well deserved. ” he said.
Kohli’s praise for Rajat
Virat also showed support to him, saying, “I want to tell you that myself and the other team members are right behind you—you have all our support for this role. You have earned the right to take on this responsibility and, like I have done in the past as someone who has carried the franchise forward, I am confident you can do the same. I am very, very happy for you. You have earned the right to be in this position, and I am sure you will focus on this task.” He added.
Virat Kohli also praise Rajat for his contributions to the team. “I’ve seen Rajat evolve over the last few years. He had a chance to play for India, and his game has improved on many levels. Over the past couple of years, his performance for his state team and the responsibilities he has taken on have shown that he has what it takes to lead a team and this amazing franchise. I just wish him all the very best.” he stated.
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Virat Kohli’s request to RCB fans
Fans must be disheartened who wanted to see Virat Kohli again leading the team, but now Rajat Patidar got the captaincy. To avoid, the kind of backlash Hardik Pandya has faced in Wankhede Stadium for leading Mumbai Indians over Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli makes a request to the fans to show support to Paridar. “I would request all the fans to show him absolute support, stand right behind him, and know that he always gives his best for the team and the franchise. Let’s all come together and support, regardless of what happens or who does what. The most important thing is the team and the franchise. We all have the responsibility to work towards the growth of this incredible team and franchise. Sending my best wishes to him and the fans. Lots of love, and looking forward to seeing you soon before the start of the season.” he concluded.
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