Image: Virat Kohli has congratulated Rajat Patidar on getting the RCB captaincy / © India Today
After announcing Rajat Patidar as the new captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for IPL 2025, Virat Kohli expressed his support for the young batter. With Faf du Plessis released before the auction, many expected Kohli to reclaim the leadership. However, RCB chose Patidar, who has been with the franchise since 2022.
In a video message, Kohli praised Patidar’s performances and growth, calling his captaincy “well deserved”. He urged RCB fans to back him, emphasizing that team success is the ultimate goal. Patidar, who played a crucial role in Madhya Pradesh’s Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024 campaign, has emerged as a key player. Kohli’s endorsement signals trust in Patidar’s ability to lead RCB into a new era.