AHMEDABAD: Rajat Patidar’s blistering IPL-2026 campaign has inevitably put him in the national spotlight, but the Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper insists his focus remains firmly on the final. The 32-year-old has amassed 486 runs in 14 matches at an average of 44.18 and a staggering strike rate of 196.76, with five fifties, leading RCB to another title clash.

Patidar said he lives in the moment and that he isn't thinking about anything else other than winning the final on Sunday. | Cricket

Rajat Patidar, RCB's calm captain, leads the team to a second IPL final, blending composure and strategic thinking to break their 18-year trophy drought. | Cricket

RCB's Rajat Patidar focuses on the present as he aims for back-to-back IPL titles, downplaying comparisons to cricket legends.

AHMEDABAD: Rajat Patidar’s blistering IPL-2026 campaign has inevitably put him in the national spotlight, but the Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper insists his focus remains…

Rajat Patidar, Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain, remains undistracted by potential India T20I selection as he prioritizes securing a second consecutive IPL title in Ahmedabad.

RCB captain Rajat Patidar wins toss and chooses to bowl against Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final.

NEW DELHI: The emotions, cheers and roars echoed around the Narendra Modi Stadium when Rajat Patidar stepped up for the post-match presentation after Royal Challengers Bengaluru…

Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their second consecutive Indian Premier League title in 2026. Captain Rajat Patidar guided the team to victory against Gujarat Titans. This win…

RCB captain Rajat Patidar reflects on their dominating IPL 2026 title win, emphasizing teamwork and growth throughout the tournament.

Rajat Patidar, the RCB captain, opens up on the IPL 2026 season and how he looked to take the game on every time he stepped out to bat. | Cricket