Kris Srikkanth drew an unusual parallel between Patidar and Dhoni, and also spoke on why Kohli must have denied RCB captaincy.

With Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) round the corner, former Indian cricketer Kris Srikkanth has reacted to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)'s decision to name young gun Raj Patidar as their new skipper.

That's what Rajat Patidar is to Royal Challengers Bengaluru head coach Andy Flower. He tried his best “not to embarrass” Patidar in describing his qualities, which practically convinced the RCB management to appoint him as their new captain ahead of IPL 2025.

However, there was no doubt that he was in the race for the leadership role. After all, he has been backed by the think tank through thick and thin. Acquired at his base

Rajat Patidar has been appointed as the new captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru for the upcoming IPL season. Former captain Virat Kohli supports this decision wholeheartedly. Patidar's calmness and leadership aspirations impressed the RCB management.

No one was happier than Virat Kohli himself. He promised to be right behind Rajat Patidar and provide all the guidance that he needs to take RCB to the IPL.