Jitesh Sharma, the wicket-keeper for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, will be leading the team in their match against Punjab Kings in Dharamsala today. This decision comes as Rajat Patidar is reportedly injured and unable to participate in the game. The extent of Patidar’s injury has not been officially disclosed by RCB.
After the toss, Jitesh Sharma mentioned that the team is hopeful for Patidar’s return in time for their next match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Jitesh has previous experience captaining RCB in a few games last year when Patidar was unavailable. He also led his former team, Punjab Kings, in 2024.
It is important to note that Jitesh Sharma will be stepping up as captain in a crucial game for RCB, and the team will be relying on his leadership skills and experience to secure a victory. The match against Punjab Kings will be a challenging one, but with Jitesh Sharma at the helm, RCB is optimistic about their chances.
The match is set to take place in Dharamsala, and fans will be eagerly watching to see how Jitesh Sharma leads the team in Patidar’s absence. Stay tuned for updates on Patidar’s injury and his potential return to the playing XI for RCB in the upcoming matches.
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