Rajat Patidar Thanks RCB Fans After IPL Qualifier 1 Victory

RCB Advances to IPL Final with Dominant Performance

Rajat Patidar took a moment to express his gratitude to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) supporters following their impressive victory against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Qualifier 1 at Mullanpur, securing a spot in the IPL final. RCB's bowling attack was exceptional, limiting Punjab to just 101 runs, marking the second-lowest total in IPL playoff history.

Patidar stated, "I want to extend my thanks to RCB fans, not just at Chinnaswamy but everywhere we play, we feel at home. We all appreciate your support. Just one more match, and let’s celebrate together!"

He further elaborated on their bowling strategy, noting, "We had a clear plan. The fast bowlers utilized the pitch effectively. Suyash's performance with his line and length was remarkable."

Chasing down the target with ease, Phil Salt's crucial 54 runs led RCB to an 8-wicket triumph, marking their first final appearance in nearly ten years. Patidar, who has consistently led the team throughout the season, had the honor of scoring the winning runs. During the post-match ceremony, he warmly thanked the fans for their unwavering support during their travels, emphasizing their appreciation and expressing hope for a celebratory finale.

As captain, Patidar shared insights on his bowling strategy, saying, "I have a clear understanding of his bowling. His strength lies in targeting the stumps, and his googly is tough to read. I prefer not to complicate things for him, and we are okay with him conceding a few runs."

He also praised Phil Salt, admitting, "I am a big fan of his batting. Watching him give solid starts in most matches is a dream from the dugout."

On the bowling front, Patidar commended the team's strategic approach and praised the pacers for capitalizing on the pitch conditions. He acknowledged Suyash Prabhudessai's contributions, revealing that he kept instructions straightforward to help the young bowler deliver confidently.