"No Matter How...": RCB Head Coach Andy Flower Hails New Skipper Rajat Patidar

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has ushered in a new era with the appointment of Rajat Patidar as their captain for the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The decision has been met with praise from RCB head coach Andy Flower, who expressed his confidence in Patidar's leadership qualities. Speaking about the new skipper, Flower highlighted Patidar's patience and calm demeanour as key attributes that make him an ideal leader. "Regarding Rajat, I liked his patience and simplicity. A player should have such qualities for a game like IPL. Rajat has the patience to observe everything calmly. No matter how many ups and downs he sees, he does not lose focus on the game," Flower said.

The veteran coach further emphasized that Patidar possesses all the essential traits required to captain a side in a high-pressure tournament like the IPL.

"Rajat has all the qualifications to be a captain," he added.

With the backing of the team's management and senior players, Patidar now steps into a crucial role, aiming to lead RCB toward their long-awaited IPL glory. Fans will be eager to see how he takes on this challenge in the upcoming season.

Patidar, known for his solid batting, now shoulders the responsibility of leading RCB in their pursuit of IPL glory. His appointment continues the rich legacy of leadership at the club, following in the footsteps of cricketing greats such as Rahul Dravid, Kevin Pietersen, Anil Kumble, Daniel Vettori, Virat Kohli, and Faf du Plessis.

Patidar's appointment marks a significant moment for RCB, as the franchise looks to build on its rich legacy of leadership.

RCB has long been home to some of the most influential leaders in the game, and Patidar's elevation to the role reflects the team's faith in