Rajat Patidar Named RCB Captain for IPL 2025
Rajat Patidar has been appointed as the new captain of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for IPL 2025. Retained for ₹11 crore, Patidar has played 27 matches for RCB, scoring 799 runs at a strike rate of 158.85. He replaces Faf du Plessis, with Virat Kohli also in contention. Kohli, who led RCB in 143 matches, congratulated Patidar on his elevation.
For the IPL 2025 season, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have appointed Rajat Patidar as their new captain. Patidar, retained for ₹11 crore, has been a key performer for the franchise since his breakthrough season in 2022. He initially joined RCB in 2021 but had a quiet debut, scoring only 71 runs in four matches. However, after rejoining as a replacement in 2022 for ₹20 lakh, he made a significant impact, amassing 333 runs, including a match-winning 112* in the Eliminator against Lucknow Super Giants.
Patidar missed the 2023 season due to injury but returned in 2024 to score 395 runs at an average of 30.38 and a blistering strike rate of 177.13. Across 27 IPL matches, he has accumulated 799 runs at a strike rate of 158.85. His leadership appointment comes as RCB looks to build a fresh approach after past captains, including Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis, and legends like Rahul Dravid and Anil Kumble.
Virat Kohli, retained for ₹21 crore, was another strong contender for captaincy. He previously led RCB in 143 matches, winning 68 and losing 70. With Patidar at the helm, RCB aims for its first-ever IPL title, having reached the playoffs nine times in 17 seasons.
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