Rajat Patidar was named as the new Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain for this year's Indian Premier League (IPL) on Thursday, succeeding South African Faf du Plessis in the role.

Virat Kohli congratulated Rajat Patidar on being named the new captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru, praising his growth and performance. Despite rumours of Kohli's return to captaincy, RCB chose Patidar,

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.

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,

Rajat Patidar has been officially named the new captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru, succeeding Faf du Plessis. Fans eagerly await how Patidar will lead the team in the upcoming IPL season. Will this be the year RCB lifts the trophy?

Royal Challengers Bengaluru has named Rajat Patidar as their captain for the upcoming IPL season, succeeding Faf du Plessis. Patidar's leadership experience and impressive performance in domestic cricket have earned him the role.