During the recent IPL auction, RCB surprised everyone by naming Rajat Patidar as their new captain for the upcoming season instead of going after proven captains like Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, and Rishabh Pant. In a statement, team director Mo Bobat explained that RCB focused on building a winning team rather than just chasing big names. He emphasized that they were confident in their internal options, including Patidar and Virat Kohli, and believed they had the right players to lead the team. Patidar, although new to IPL captaincy, gained experience leading his state team to the final in the Syed Mushtaq Ali tournament. Despite criticism of their strategy, RCB remained confident in their decision and were excited about the team they had assembled. This bold move by RCB has sparked speculation about Kohli’s return as captain in IPL 2025, but the team remains focused on their goal of success in the upcoming season.
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