Virat Kohli finally reacts after RCB appoint new captain
Virat Kohli: 31-year-old middle-order batsman Rajat Patidar has been appointed as the captain of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Virat Kohli finally reacts after RCB appoint new Captain.
The announcement was made by the franchise at an event at the KSCA on Thursday (February 13). There were speculations about Virat Kohli returning as the captain of Royal Challengers Bangalore, but in an official announcement, the franchise confirmed Rajat Patidar as their captain ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.
And no one was happier than Kohli. The former RCB and India captain said he will be behind Patidar and will provide all the guidance the right-handed batsman needs to get his hands on that elusive IPL title. “Rajat, firstly, I want to congratulate you. Wish you all the very best. Thank you for 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. So, this is very well deserved. And to tell you that myself and the other team members will be right behind you. And you will have all our support to grow into this role,” said Kohli in a video message at the press conference.
Kohli, who captained RCB for nine years and led them to the 2016 finals only the second time in the franchise’s history decided to quit ahead of IPL 2022. The legendary cricketer said goodbye to leadership duties in international and franchise cricket to manage his workload.
Kohli said Rajat Patidar has earned the right to captain RCB. “Of course, it’s a big responsibility. I’ve done this for many years. And Faf’s done it for the last few years. And to be seen as the guy who will take this franchise forward, I’m sure it’s a huge honour for you.
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And I’m very, very happy for you. You have earned the right to be in this position. And I’m sure you’ll grow from strength to strength. I’ve seen Rajat evolve as a player over the last couple of years. He’s got the chance to play for India,” he added.
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