Shock Reveal: Rajat Patidar Named RCB Captain for IPL 2025

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 IPL franchise RCB have announced their new captain for the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League. They were led by South African Faf du Plessis ever since Virat Kohli stepped away from the role. Now, they will be led by Rajat Patidar.

Du Plessis was released by RCB ahead of the mega auctions last year and was subsequently signed by Delhi Capitals. With his departure, they were in a need of a new leader for IPL 2025. Kohli seemed the logical option given he has led the franchise in the past for a significant period. He was considered but the team management says they thought it’s time for a fresh start and Patidar has the qualities to succeed as the leader.

RCB made the announcement in Bengaluru on Thursday at an event attended by team director Mo Bobat, head coach Andy Flower, and Patidar. Patidar has played three seasons for the franchise since joining them in 2021 and has grown into one of their key batters, scoring 799 runs in 28 matches at a strike rate of 158.85.

“The Calm Leader RCB Needed: Andy Flower Praises Rajat Patidar’s Leadership Aura”

“There’s a calmness about Rajat, and that’s exactly what will make him shine in the IPL,” head coach Andy Flower revealed with confidence. “He’s naturally a quiet individual, but his genuine care for his teammates in the dressing room sets him apart. As a leader, those traits are invaluable.”

Adding fuel to the buzz, RCB’s Director of Cricket, Mo Bobat, confirmed, “Yes, Kohli was very much in our discussions. But ultimately, we had to make the choice that felt right for the team moving forward.”

RCB’s leadership decision seems to have struck the perfect balance between experience, composure, and a fresh perspective!

Mr Bobat said “Both Virat and Rajat were credible captaincy auctions,”

“We didn’t want to go into the auctions with a captaincy option in mind.

“We wanted an Indian captain predominantly because this is an Indian competition. Of course, Virat was an option. [But] Virat does not need a captaincy title to lead. Even last year with Faf as captain, we have seen that.”

Discussions within the group confirmed to the coaches that Patidar was the right choice, Bobat said.

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