In a high-scoring match between RCB and Sunrisers Hyderabad, it was RCB's captain Virat Kohli and batsman Rajat Patidar who stood out with their half-centuries. Despite a strong performance from bowlers Jaydev Unadkat and Pat Cummins, RCB managed to post a massive total of 206 runs in just 20 overs. The match, which was held at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, saw Kohli scoring his fourth consecutive half-century at the venue while Patidar made an explosive fifty in just 19 balls. RCB's final push in the death overs, courtesy of Cameron Green and Swapnil Singh, ensured a daunting target for SRH to chase.
Despite his promising start in the ongoing Test series against England, Indian batsman Rajat Patidar once again failed to deliver and was dismissed for a low score of 17 runs. This marks his continued struggle in the Indian Test team, with fans now calling for his removal from the team. As reactions pour in on social media, questions arise about his future in the Test team.
Rajat Patidar, an Indore-born middle-order batter, is in the running for his debut in the Indian national cricket team. He has been observing Virat Kohli's skills closely during his time with the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL, taking notes on footwork and body movements. Patidar also credits his experience with coach Rahul Dravid and skipper Rohit Sharma for increasing his confidence. Despite being known for his aggressive batting style, Patidar remains determined to earn a spot in the XI lineup for the second Test against England.
Rajat Patidar, who was named as a last-minute replacement for Virat Kohli, will be making his international debut for India in the 2nd Test against England. In a heartwarming moment captured in a BCCI video, former Indian bowler Zaheer Khan can be seen handing over Patidar's first international cap. This will surely be a special and emotional moment for the young batter as he takes the field for his country.
Madhya Pradesh and Royal Challengers Bangalore batter Rajat Patidar is set to make his Test debut for India, replacing injured KL Rahul in the second Test against England on Friday at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium. Former India pacer Zaheer Khan presented Patidar with his Test cap and wished him luck. Patidar has scored over 4000 runs in his first-class career and comes into the playing XI ahead of prolific young batsman Sarfaraz Khan.
Indian batsman Rajat Patidar, who will make his Test debut in the second match against England, reveals in an exclusive interview with the BCCI how he has been mentored and motivated by some of the biggest names in Indian cricket. He also shares insights about his aggressive batting style and how he plans to incorporate techniques from the likes of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli into his game. Patidar is set to fill in KL Rahul's middle-order spot in the upcoming match.
The two-day warm-up match between India A and England Lions ended in a draw as Rajat Patidar hit 111 runs and Sarfaraz Khan scored 96. Despite good performances from players like Bharat and Jurel, the game ultimately ended without a winner. Both teams will have a chance to face off again in the upcoming four-day match starting on January 17.
Despite consistent performances in first-class cricket, Sarfaraz Khan has once again been snubbed by the national selectors for the upcoming Test series against England. On the heels of the squad announcement, Sarfaraz put up an impressive batting display in a drawn match for India A, further showcasing his talent and potential for the national team. However, report suggest that fitness may be a factor in his omission. The rest of the squad remains unchanged, with the inclusion of Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, and Dhruv Jurel.