In 2022, Rajat Patidar went unsold at an IPL auction. Three years later he lifted the trophy as captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru, ending an 18-year wait for the franchise, and in 2026 he did it again.
Patidar, a right-handed top-order batter from Indore, captained RCB to the IPL title in 2025 and 2026, the first back-to-back titles in the franchise's history. In November 2026 he is back in the news after withdrawing from the India A squad while he manages injuries.
Who is Rajat Patidar?
Rajat Patidar is an Indian international cricketer who bats in the top order and bowls occasional off-spin. He plays for Madhya Pradesh in domestic cricket and has spent his IPL career with Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Early life
Patidar was born on 1 June 1993 in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. His father is a businessman. He made his name in the Madhya Pradesh system before the IPL gave him a national stage.
How did Rajat Patidar become RCB captain?
RCB named Patidar captain for IPL 2025. Under him the team defeated Punjab Kings in the final to win their first title, after 18 years of trying. He continued as captain in IPL 2026 and led RCB to a second consecutive title, with RCB finishing first in the league stage on 18 points and beating Gujarat Titans in the final.
What is Rajat Patidar's IPL record?
Patidar made his IPL debut in 2021. His best-known innings came in the 2022 Eliminator, when he scored an unbeaten 112 off 54 balls against Lucknow Super Giants. He has played for no other IPL franchise.
Why did Rajat Patidar leave the India A squad?
On 8 November 2026 the BCCI confirmed that Patidar had withdrawn from the India A squad for the Rising Stars Asia Cup, which starts in Doha on 19 November, as he manages his injuries. Ayush Badoni replaced him. Patidar has also been named Madhya Pradesh captain for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, which starts on 14 November, though India A duty could have made him miss part of it.
Rajat Patidar: Career Stats
Batting
| Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 3 | 6 | 0 | 63 | 32 | 10.50 | 38.41 | 0 | 0 |
| ODIs | 1 | 1 | 0 | 22 | 22 | 22.00 | 137.50 | 0 | 0 |
| T20s | 113 | 106 | 10 | 3,389 | 112* | 35.30 | 160.08 | 1 | 31 |
| List A | 69 | 67 | 4 | 2,348 | 158 | 37.27 | 98.41 | 4 | 14 |
| First-class | 77 | 132 | 7 | 5,509 | 205 | 44.07 | 56.57 | 16 | 27 |
Patidar bowls occasional off-spin and has not taken a wicket in international cricket. Career statistics are as of 10 November 2026.
IPL career stats
| Competition | Mat | Runs | HS | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPL (2021 to 2026) | 57 | 1,612 | 112* | 1 | 14 | 106 | 110 |
Patidar's career IPL strike rate is 164.49. In IPL 2026 he scored 501 runs in 15 matches at a strike rate of 192.69, with a best of 93 not out, and became the first RCB captain to pass 500 runs in a season. IPL statistics are as of the end of IPL 2026.
Social Media Stats
| Platform | Handle | Followers |
|---|---|---|
| @rajatpatidar_01 | Not verified | |
| X | Not publicly verified | Not verified |
| IMDb | Not publicly verified | Not applicable |
FAQs
How old is Rajat Patidar?
He is 33. He was born on 1 June 1993.
How many IPL titles has Rajat Patidar won as captain?
Two, in 2025 and 2026, both with Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Which IPL team does Rajat Patidar play for?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru, whom he captains.
Which state team does Rajat Patidar captain?
Madhya Pradesh, for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy starting 14 November 2026.
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