'One more game, let's celebrate together' - Rajat Patidar expresses confidence as RCB cruise into IPL 2025 Final

Published - 29 May 2025, 23:23 IST | Updated - 29 May 2025, 23:34 IST

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) cruised into the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 Final with a commanding victory over the Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Qualifier 1 in New Chandigarh. RCB skipper Rajat Patidar credited the pacers for utilizing the surface and also lauded Suyash Sharma for his brilliant bowling performance.

The winning captain shared that he will tell Suyash to keep his strategy simple by focusing on targeting the stumps. Patidar added that he does not mind conceding a few runs from the leg-spinner.

“I think we were clear in our plans, how we have to bowl. I think the fast bowlers used the surface really well. The way Suyash chipped in, the way he bowled his lines and lengths, that was really good. As a captain, I am clear about his bowling. He has to target the stumps, that's his strength. His wrong'un is difficult to read for the batters. I always want to give him clear ideas, I don't want to confuse him. I am okay if he concedes a few runs (in the process.) We have had a lot of practice sessions throughout the tournament, so one day of not practising won't harm you,” Patidar said during the post-match presentation.

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The Indore-born also acknowledged that he is a big fan of Phil Salt for the explosive starts he provides at the top of the order. He expressed heartfelt gratitude to the RCB fans, not only at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium (RCB's home ground) but from across the country who back the team wherever they play.

“The way he (Salt) is batting in most of the matches. The way he is giving starts, I am a big fan of him. It's a treat to watch him from the dugout. That's really good. I always thank RCB fans, not only in Chinnaswamy, but wherever we go we feel it's our home ground. We love you, so keep supporting us. One more game and let's celebrate together,” he added.