Rajat Patidar could be a game-changer [Source: AP]
This evening, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will lock horns with Gujarat Titans (GT) in the 14th match of IPL 2025. The much-awaited face-off is scheduled at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
As two formidable outfits are set to collide, let's analyse and find out which three batters could be the top picks in dream11 fantasy contests tonight.
1. Rajat Patidar - RCB
Criterion
Runs
Average/SR
In SMAT 2024
428
61.14/186.09
In IPL 2025
85
42.50/177.08
(Rajat Patidar's recent T20 form)
Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar has showcased remarkable batting form of late. The swashbuckling batter was one of the finest performers in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, scoring 428 runs at an average of 61.14 and a strike rate of 186.09.
Furthermore, he has looked incredible in the IPL 2025 so far, as evidenced by the above stats. He is a consistent boundary hitter and can help you earn crucial points by raining fours and sixes.
So, considering his recent form and ability to maul pace and spin effectively, we reckon Patidar could be one of the top performers in this match.
He is an incredibly consistent batter and has scored at a rapid rate in the IPL 2025. The flat surface of Bengaluru will likely aid in his stroke play, while his record against RCB (110 runs, avg 55, SR 142.86) makes him one of the top players to watch out in this match.
After being released by Rajasthan Royals, Buttler was purchased by Gujarat Titans for a whopping price of INR 15.75 Crores in last year's mega auction.
Buttler has got starts in both games, amassing 93 runs, including a fifty, at an average of 46.50 and a blistering strike rate of 163.16. Interestingly, he has enjoyed stellar success against RCB, amassing 512 runs at an average of 46.55 and a strike rate of 154.68.
So, keeping his form, record against RCB and Bengaluru's batting-friendly deck in mind, we believe Buttler could be GT's game-changer with the bat tonight.