Rajat Patidar’s RCB: Not a One-Man Show Anymore

When Rajat Patidar burst onto the scene for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) with his electrifying century in the IPL 2022 eliminator against Lucknow Super Giants, fans and pundits alike started seeing him as the next big thing for the franchise. For a time, RCB heavily leaned on Patidar’s consistency in the middle order, especially in the absence of other performing Indian batters. But fast forward to IPL 2025, and the picture looks quite different — RCB is finally shedding its “depend-on-one-man” reputation.

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Patidar Still the Backbone, But No Longer the Lone Warrior

Let’s get one thing straight: Rajat Patidar is still the glue holding the middle order together. His classy shot selection, calm demeanor under pressure, and ability to accelerate when needed make him invaluable. However, the difference this season is that he’s no longer shouldering the burden alone. The emergence of a more balanced RCB squad has taken a lot of pressure off his shoulders.

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Faf, Kohli, and Green Find Form

The top order has clicked in unison. Virat Kohli, with his evergreen elegance, is back among the runs. Faf du Plessis has found his rhythm again, playing the perfect anchor or aggressor when needed. And Cameron Green, after a lukewarm start to his IPL career, is finally proving why RCB invested so heavily in him — big-hitting finishes, crucial breakthroughs, and smart game sense.

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A Middle-Order Revival

Glenn Maxwell’s redefined role has added the much-needed punch to the middle overs. And with the addition of young domestic talents like Suyash Prabhudessai and Dinesh Karthik’s resurgence as a finisher, RCB’s middle order looks both dynamic and deep. This has allowed Patidar to play with freedom rather than constantly rescuing the innings.

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Bowling Unit Stepping Up

For years, RCB’s bowling was a sore point. But now, spearheaded by Mohammed Siraj, backed by Reece Topley and a much-improved spin duo of Karn Sharma and Mayank Dagar, the attack is finally clicking. They’re not just defending scores — they’re winning matches on their own.

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The Bigger Picture

RCB’s transformation in IPL 2025 reflects a franchise learning from past heartbreaks. They’re building depth, nurturing Indian talent, and reducing their dependence on individual brilliance. Rajat Patidar, once seen as the solitary warrior, now thrives as part of a well-oiled machine — and that could be RCB’s biggest weapon in their hunt for that elusive title.

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As RCB fans chant “Ee Sala Cup Namde” yet again, this time, they might just have the team to back up the slogan.

Rajat Patidar’s RCB: Not a One-Man Show Anymore

Patidar Still the Backbone, But No Longer the Lone Warrior

Faf, Kohli, and Green Find Form

A Middle-Order Revival

Bowling Unit Stepping Up

The Bigger Picture

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