Kolkata : Former RCB captain Faf Du Plessis and Virat Kohli and others have congratulated and backed Rajat Patidar upon being elected as RCB skipper ahead of IPL 2025.
Patidar, the 8th official RCB skipper was appointed the captain on February 13, 2025, taking over from Faf Du Plessis, who’s released from the team ahead of the auction. He is also choosen over legendary former skipper Kohli. The 31 years old, who’s with RCB since 2021, showed great determination, leadership abilities leading Madhya Pradesh in domestic circuit.
Here’s what people in Cricketing circuit said to Patidar after being appointed as captain –
VIRAT KOHLI (Current RCB Batter and former skipper) –
“Firstly, I want to congratulate you and wish you all the best. You have really made a place in the hearts of all the RCB fans throughout the years. This is very well deserved. Myself and the other team members will be there always to support you”.
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“Its a huge honour for you. I am very happy for you. He’s evolved, his game has improved many levels. He has led the state team. He has shown what it takes to lead the franchise. I request fans to show him support, and know he will do what is best for the team. Regardless of what happens, what is most important is the team and the franchise”.
FAF DU PLESSIS (Former RCB captain and player) –
“Hi Rajat! I’m so happy to congratulate you on being the new RCB captain. I’m officially passing the baton over to you. It’s a great honor captaining any IPL team, and it is really special being the captain of RCB as it is truly a great fanbase, and you’ll see they will be always there to support you all the way.”
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“Also, the coaching staff is there with their experience to guide you and make sure that you find your feet and have a great time captaining. And lastly, you have a great leadership group that will be there with you to support you all the way, so make sure you lean on them because it will help you when times get tough”.
