Faf du Plessis was not retained by RCB for the upcoming IPL 2025 and a certain Bengaluru star is ready to take up the captaincy role ahead of Virat Kohli.

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With Faf du Plessis released by RCB for IPL 2025, Rajat Patidar's leadership in SMAT boosts his prospects. His performance has garnered significant attention from fans and experts alike.

If I get an opportunity to lead RCB, that is what I am there for, and I will be happy. But it all depends on the franchise,' Madhya Pradesh's captain Rajat Patidar said ahead of his team's clash against Mumbai in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy final.

Virat Kohli and Chris Gayle have been two of the most successful batters in IPL history. Both players have won the Orange Cap award and once opened the innings together for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

In a commanding display of power-hitting, Patidar's brilliant unbeaten knock of 66 from just 29 balls played a key role in securing Madhya Pradesh's spot in the final, where they will face Mumbai.

On the back of a successful domestic season, Patidar did get an India call up but he failed to make an impact. He managed to score only 63 runs in six innings against England earlier this year.

Rajat Patidar is ready to take on the role of captain at Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) if given the opportunity. RCB retained Rajat ahead of the IPL auction.

Madhya Pradesh batter Rajat Patidar is open to leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in IPL 2025 if the franchise presents him with the opportunity. The right-hander was RCBs