Match Day: Saturday, 17 May 2025
Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Captains: Rajat Patidar (RCB) & Ajinkya Rahane (KKR)
Today’s IPL 2025 Match 58 will see Rajat Patidar, the young and aggressive captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), leading his side against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Patidar, known for his fearless strokeplay, has shown glimpses of brilliance against KKR in the past and will look to deliver a captain’s knock in this must-win fixture.
Rajat Patidar vs KKR – Overall IPL Stats
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 4 |
| Innings Batted | 4 |
| Not Outs | 0 |
| Total Runs | 90 |
| Highest Score | 52 |
| Batting Average | 22.5 |
| Balls Faced | 45 |
| Strike Rate | 200.00 |
| Centuries | 0 |
| Half-Centuries | 1 |
| Ducks | 0 |
| Fours | 8 |
| Sixes | 6 |
Expert View: Why Rajat Patidar Can Be Game-Changer vs KKR
- Strike Rate Power: A strike rate of 200 shows that Patidar doesn’t waste time at the crease. He attacks from ball one.
- Fearless Attitude: With 6 sixes in just 45 balls, he is capable of clearing boundaries with ease, a key skill at Chinnaswamy.
- Captain’s Pressure: As RCB’s new skipper, all eyes will be on how he leads the team and handles KKR’s spin-heavy attack.
- Short, but Impactful History: While he’s only played 4 matches vs KKR, his 50+ knock shows he has the tools to hurt them.
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Highlight Moment: 52-Run Blinder
His highest score of 52 runs came at a crucial time and proved his ability to step up in big games. If he finds rhythm early tonight, RCB will be in a strong position to post or chase a big total.
In a high-stakes clash at their home ground, Rajat Patidar will be under the spotlight—not just as a captain but also as a key batter. If he clicks tonight, KKR could find themselves in serious trouble.
Watch out for fireworks from Rajat Patidar in IPL 2025 Match 58!
