Virat Kohli congratulated Rajat Patidar on his appointment as the new captain of the Royal Challengers Bangalore in a video shared by the IPL team on social media. Kohli praised Patidar for earning a special place in the hearts of RCB fans over the years and expressed his full support for him. He commended Patidar’s growth as a player and leader, mentioning his experience leading the state team and demonstrating his abilities to lead the franchise.
There were speculations that Kohli might return as the captain for RCB in the upcoming season, given his nine-year tenure as captain before stepping down and Faf du Plessis taking over for the last three seasons. RCB’s Director of Cricket, Mo Bobat, confirmed that Kohli was indeed considered as an option for the captaincy role for IPL 2025. Bobat emphasized that Kohli’s leadership qualities are undeniable, and he doesn’t need a title to lead as he sets the tone with his energy and enthusiasm. Kohli was supportive of Patidar’s appointment and expressed excitement for the decision, showing that he is fully behind the new captain.
Overall, Kohli’s message of encouragement and support for Patidar as the new captain reflects the unity and camaraderie within the RCB team. Despite the potential for Kohli to reclaim the captaincy, he is wholeheartedly backing Patidar and believes in his abilities to lead the team effectively. Kohli’s leadership influence will continue to be a valuable asset for RCB, regardless of his formal title as captain.
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