Virat Kohli Congratulates Rajat Patidar: India superstar and former RCB captain Virat Kohli congratulated Rajat Patidar after Patidar became the new RCB captain. Royal Challengers Bengaluru announced Rajat Patidar as their new captain on February 13, Thursday.
Virat Kohli Congratulates Rajat Patidar
Virat Kohli who captained RCB from 2013 to 2021, congratulated the new RCB captain and wished him all the best.
“I’m here to inform everyone, like the others will do as well, that Rajat Patidar is going to be the new captain of RCB. Big Basket Now presents RCB Bowl Diaries. Rajat, firstly I want to congratulate you, wish you all the very best and to tell you that the way you have grown in this franchise and the way you have performed, you have really made a place in the hearts of all the fans of RCB all over India and they get really excited to watch you play.”
Kohli said that Rajat’s captaincy is well deserved and extended the support to him and on the behalf of other team members.
“So this is very well deserved. And to tell you that myself and the other team members will be right behind you and you’ll have all our support to grow into this role. Of course it’s a big responsibility. I’ve done this for many years and Faf’s done it for the last few years.
“To be seen as the guy who will take this franchise forward, I’m sure it’s a huge honor for you, and I’m very, very happy for you. You have earned the right to be in this position, and I’m sure you will grow from strength to strength.”
Rajat Patidar has been a key part of the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) squad since 2021, establishing himself as one of the best strikers of the ball in Indian cricket. Known for his clean hitting and composure under pressure, Patidar has also taken on a leadership role in domestic cricket. He recently captained Madhya Pradesh in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (T20) and the Vijay Hazare Trophy (50-over), two of India’s top domestic tournaments. With his talent and experience, he continues to be a player to watch in both domestic and IPL action.
“I’ve seen Rajat evolve in the last couple of years as a player, he’s got the chance to play for India. His game has improved many levels in the last couple of years, the way he has led his state team as well and the responsibility that he’s taken and he’s shown everyone that he has what it takes to lead this amazing franchise and I just wish him all the very best and I would request all the fans to show him absolute support, get right behind him and know that he will always and always do what’s best for the team, what’s best for this franchise,” Kohli continued.
“We must all get together and support him because regardless of what happens, who does what, the most important thing is the team and the most important thing is the franchise. And we all have a responsibility to work towards the growth of this amazing team and this amazing franchise. Sending my best wishes to him and sending all the fans lots of love and looking forward to see you all soon. And looking forward to have Rajat start off the season with bangs,” Kohli added
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