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"Have Virat Kohli Playing Under Me...": RCB Captain Rajat Patidar Gets Emotional After Win

Kaushik Kashyap

Rajat Patidar after IPL 2025 win. [Source - AP Photos]Rajat Patidar after IPL 2025 win. [Source - AP Photos]

Royal Challengers Bengaluru have finally done it as they are the champions of the Indian Premier League. After years of heartbreak, mockery, and close calls, RCB lifted their maiden IPL title, beating the Punjab Kings in Ahmedabad.

For millions of fans and one man in particular, Virat Kohli, it was a moment that had arrived after a wait of 18 years. Kohli, the heartbeat of the team and an absolute legend, finally got his hands on the illusive trophy.

Captain Patidar Hails Kohli After RCB's Historic Win

At the post-match presentation, captain Rajat Patidar, calm yet clearly emotional, expressed his sheer joy, stating how much the entire squad wanted to win it for Kohli. He praised the team's resilience, highlighting how they never gave up, even when odds were against them.

“For me, it is a great opportunity to captain this team and have Virat Kohli playing under me. He deserves this more than anyone else. Virat Kohli, all the fans, coaches and support staff deserve this,” Patidar said.

Krunal the Clutch - Patidar’s Go-To Weapon in Crunch Moments

Patidar reserved special praise for his bowling unit. He singled out Krunal Pandya, whose crucial breakthroughs in key matches, including in the final, turned the tide in RCB's favour time and again.

"Krunal is a wicket-taking bowler. Whenever I need a wicket and come under pressure, I look out for where Krunal is. I have a lot of belief in him, Suyash is also the same. The fast bowlers have done a great job. Bhuvi, Hazlewood and Dayal did well, and Romario bowled well tonight." Patidar added.

Ee Sala Cup Namdu! Patidar’s Roar Sends Stadium Into Joy

And then came the golden moment, with a wide grin and a booming voice, Patidar declared, “Ee Sala Cup Namdu!” The words echoed through the stadium, triggering a celebration years in the making.

The drought was over as RCB finally achieves IPL prestige. The city of Bengaluru must have erupted in joy as their team touched glory, and finally, the trophy that once seemed forever out of reach was finally painted in red and gold.