Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has long been one of the most popular franchises in the Indian Premier League, yet the elusive quest for their first IPL trophy has stretched over 18 years. This saga of near-misses and heartbreaks has defined the team’s journey — but new captain Rajat Patidar believes the time has come to change the narrative.
Responding to the pressure and the hope surrounding RCB’s captaincy, Patidar acknowledged the franchise’s hunger for a title but offered a fresh perspective. “We have one Trophy, the women’s team has won it, it’s a big inspiration for us,” he said. “We have one Trophy, no one can say that we don’t have a Trophy.” With this reminder, Patidar expressed pride in the franchise’s broader success and the inspiration that the women’s team’s triumph brings to the men’s side.
Patidar also shared his personal journey and affinity with RCB. “When I got the captaincy, there was a huge franchise, and I liked RCB. Ever since, I have been watching IPL because of Virat bhai, ABD, Gayle — I used to watch all of them on TV, so I wanted to play for RCB once.” This nostalgic connection to some of the franchise’s greatest stars underlines his passion and commitment to leading the team.
As Patidar steps into this leadership role, RCB fans will be hoping his fresh energy and the inspiration drawn from past legends and the women’s team can finally end the 18-year wait for the IPL trophy. If anyone can rewrite the story, this new captain might just be the one.
IPL 2025: RCB Fans Plan White-Out Tribute For Virat Kohli's Test Legacy At Chinnaswamy Stadium
In a heartfelt gesture, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fans are calling on fellow supporters to wear Test whites at the next home game as a tribute to Virat Kohli, following his retirement from Test cricket. The campaign, which began organically online, is gaining traction among fans determined to honor the format Kohli cherished most.
The idea is simple yet deeply symbolic—fans attending RCB’s next IPL match at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on 17th May are encouraged to wear white Test jerseys or plain white T-shirts. The aim is to visually represent Kohli’s love for Test cricket and offer him a moment of recognition that numbers and awards alone can't convey.
“Even though I'll never get to see him play in whites live, I just want him to know how deeply loved he was in his favourite format,” wrote one fan, echoing the emotions of thousands. “This gesture could be a powerful way to show that his legacy goes far beyond stats—it lives in the hearts of fans,” the fan message continues.
Virat Kohli redefined India’s relationship with Test cricket—his passion, fitness, and aggression on the field made the longest format cool again. This campaign is the fans’ way of giving back, of saying thank you.
