Rajat Patidar
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Central Zone announce squad for Duleep Trophy, IPL champion named captain, while Rinku named VC
Cricket | Aug 01, 2026, 07:03 PM ISTCentral Zone have named Rajat Patidar captain and Rinku Singh vice-captain for the Duleep Trophy title defence. The defending champions enter directly into the semi-finals after a first-round bye, with Aman Mokhade and Ayush Pandey earning places following impressive domestic performances.
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‘Matter of time’: Ambati Rayudu opens up on star batter’s potential inclusion in India squad
Cricket | Jun 30, 2026, 03:24 AM ISTWith the Indian team all set to take on England across five T20I matches in July, former India cricketer Ambati Rayudu took centre stage and talked about the potential inclusion of Rajat Patidar in to the side.
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Why Rajat Patidar wasn't considered for India's T20I squad despite back-to-back titles with RCB?
Cricket | Jun 06, 2026, 05:02 PM ISTRajat Patidar missed out on India’s T20I squad for the Ireland and England tour despite leading RCB to back-to-back IPL titles. With Shreyas Iyer set for the No. 4 role and strong competition for places, selectors opted for other options.
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'Rajat Patidar is similar to Dhoni, Rohit': Ex-India selector's big praise to RCB's winning skipper
Cricket | Jun 01, 2026, 03:02 PM ISTRajat Patidar has etched his name into an exclusive club of captains who have won back-to-back IPL titles. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper achieved the remarkable feat after guiding his side to a second consecutive championship, further cementing his growing legacy as a leader.
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'I always want to dedicate this trophy to them': Rajat Patidar pays tribute after second IPL win
Cricket | Jun 01, 2026, 08:58 AM ISTRoyal Challengers Bengaluru are two-time IPL winners, having defeated the Gujarat Titans on their way to defend their crown. Meanwhile, captain Rajat Patidar dedicated the second win to the victims of the stampede who lost their lives last year after RCB had won the title.
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RCB's golden days: From being chasers to two-time winners, how Bengaluru built the champion team?
Cricket | Jun 01, 2026, 08:31 AM ISTA team that had the superstars always felt the weight of expectations falling on one or two shoulders. That isn't the case anymore. RCB are now a complete team, possessing match-winners left, right and centre. How did they build this champion team? A glimpse into it.
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Rajat Patidar achieves captaincy immortality, produces what even MS Dhoni, Rohit Sharma could not
Cricket | Jun 01, 2026, 06:56 AM ISTRajat Patidar has been among the most silent guys for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, but his contributions speak for themselves. The Madhya Pradesh star has led RCB to an unthinkable back-to-back titles, achieving glory for himself too.
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Why RCB bowling first in IPL 2026 final a curse for the defending champions?
Cricket | May 31, 2026, 07:19 PM ISTWith Royal Challengers Bengaluru taking on Gujarat Titans in the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 final, let us have a look at why the defending champions bowling first is a curse for the side ahead of the summit clash.
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Shubman Gill awaits his first crowning moment, Patidar aims to carve his legacy as IPL final beckons
Cricket | May 31, 2026, 02:15 PM ISTShubman Gill, known as the Prince of Indian cricket, awaits a moment where he can call himself a trophy-winning captain. A moment that could help his way ahead of crucial BGT Tests and the ODI World Cup 2027. Rajat Patidar looks to carve his legacy as IPL 2026 beckons.
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Does Rajat Patidar want to be next India T20I captain? RCB skipper answers ahead of IPL final vs GT
Cricket | May 30, 2026, 11:55 PM ISTRCB captain Rajat Patidar has ruled himself out of the India T20I captaincy race ahead of the IPL 2026 final against Gujarat Titans. He said he does not visualise leading India and remains focused only on RCB’s title defence ambitions.
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Rajat Patidar creates T20 world record after jaw-dropping display in RCB vs GT IPL 2026 Qualifier 1
Cricket | May 27, 2026, 08:24 AM ISTRajat Patidar had a night to remember as he toyed with the Gujarat Titans' bowlers to smash an unbeaten 93 from 33 balls in the IPL 2026 Qualifier 1. Patidar achieved a T20 world record with his jaw-dropping hitting in the last few overs of his team's batting innings.
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Rajat Patidar only second captain in 19-year-old IPL history to achieve massive record
Cricket | May 27, 2026, 07:48 AM ISTRajat Patidar achieved a huge captaincy record after leading the Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their fifth IPL final. Patidar powered RCB to a record 254/4 with his jaw-dropping and unbeaten 93 as his team won Qualifier 1 against the Gujarat Titans.
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RCB decimate Gujarat Titans to seal spot in IPL 2026 final, register second biggest win in playoffs
Cricket | May 26, 2026, 11:43 PM ISTRCB stormed into the IPL 2026 final after crushing Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1 at Dharamsala. Rajat Patidar’s unbeaten 93 powered Bengaluru to a record playoff total before their pacers dismantled GT in a dominant all-round performance.
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RCB set new IPL record following Rajat Patidar's 93-run onslaught against Gujarat Titans
Cricket | May 26, 2026, 09:37 PM ISTRoyal Challengers Bengaluru posted 254 against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1, setting a new playoff record. Rajat Patidar’s unbeaten 93 off 33 balls powered the innings, while RCB also registered the most boundaries ever hit in an IPL playoff match.
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Why is Rajat Patidar not playing for RCB in IPL 2026 clash against PBKS?
Cricket | May 17, 2026, 03:16 PM ISTRajat Patidar wasn't part of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru for their IPL 2026 clash against the Punjab Kings. Jitesh Sharma led in his place as RCB look to qualify for the playoffs.
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Virat Kohli's animated reaction goes viral after Rajat Patidar's dismissal invites controversy vs GT
Cricket | Apr 30, 2026, 09:15 PM ISTVirat Kohli reacted animatedly after Rajat Patidar’s controversial dismissal against Gujarat Titans. Despite replays suggesting the ball might have touched the turf during Jason Holder’s dive, the third umpire ruled it out, leaving RCB’s dugout fuming.
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'Tremendous to see': RCB skipper Rajat Patidar reflects on his side's dominant win over DC
Cricket | Apr 28, 2026, 06:53 AM ISTWith Royal Challengers Bengaluru registering a comfortable victory against Delhi Capitals in game 39 of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026, the defending champions' skipper Rajat Patidar took centre stage and talked about his side's performance.
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Rajat Patidar is a super talent, but no room for India T20I team at the moment, believes Aaron Finch
Cricket | Apr 15, 2026, 11:33 PM ISTRajat Patidar’s stellar IPL 2026 form earned praise from Aaron Finch, who called him a “super talent” but said there’s no immediate place in India’s T20I side. Finch stressed backing World Cup-winning players while noting selectors will closely track Patidar.
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Virat Kohli injury update: RCB skipper Rajat Patidar opens up on star batter's recovery
Cricket | Apr 13, 2026, 01:51 PM ISTRCB opener Virat Kohli walked off the field during the Mumbai Indians' chase on Sunday and many were worried about the star player. However, their skipper Rajat Patidar has now given an update on Kohli's injury as RCB gear up to face LSG on Wednesday at home.
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Rajat Patidar slams maiden FC double ton during MP's Ranji Trophy opener against Punjab
Cricket | Oct 17, 2025, 07:46 PM ISTRajat Patidar enjoyed a strong outing as captain of Madhya Pradesh in his team's Ranji Trophy 2025/26 opener against Punjab as he slammed a double ton. Patidar was named the MP all-format captain ahead of the ongoing domestic season.