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,

Virat Kohli, the former captain of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), recently shared a heartfelt message for Rajat Patidar, who was appointed as the new captain of the team. Patidar takes over from Faf du Plessis, who left the franchise, and will begin his leadership journey in the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Rajat Patidar has been appointed as the new captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for IPL 2025. This unexpected move defied the general expectation that former captain Virat Kohli would resume leadership,

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.

One of the most popular franchises Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) announced the rising India batter Rajat Patidar as their new captain for the upcoming (Indian Premier League) season. Notably, the Bangalore-based franchise revealed its major decision on Thursday,

Rajat Patidar has been appointed as the new captain of Royal Challengers Bangalore, succeeding Faf du Plessis. With a strong record in domestic cricket, Patidar has earned backing from former captain Virat Kohli.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru made a bold move and decided to name Rajat Patidar as their new captain for the IPL 2025 season.

Rajat Patidar has been named RCB captain for IPL 2025, succeeding Faf du Plessis. The 31-year-old had earlier led Madhya Pradesh to the final of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy this season. He was retained for Rs 11 crore in 2025 by the franchise.

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.