Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) continued their impressive IPL 2025 campaign with a six-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday night. The Rajat Patidar-led team delivered an all-around performance, climbing to the top of the points table. In the post-match address, RCB’s head coach Andy Flower praised the bowlers for their superb performance in restricting DC to 162/8, calling it their best bowling display of the season so far.
The chase was anchored by half-centuries from Krunal Pandya (73*) and Virat Kohli (51), who guided RCB to the target in 18.3 overs. Andy Flower then invited wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma to discuss the batting performance. Jitesh highlighted debutant Jacob Bethell’s brief but impressive knock, including a stunning six off Mitchell Starc. He also lauded Tim David’s explosive 19 off 5 balls, noting his presence made a significant impact.
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However, Jitesh Sharma’s take on skipper Rajat Patidar’s performance left the RCB dressing room in fits of laughter. Patidar, who was run out for a run-a-ball six after a mix-up with Kohli, was playfully critiqued by Jitesh.
DC v RCB: Dressing room Chat Part 2
Jitesh appreciates cameos from Bethell and David, and has a special message for Rajat in the end! 😂#PlayBold #ನಮ್ಮRCB #IPL2025 #DCvRCB pic.twitter.com/A2JmDO6oqC
— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) April 28, 2025
“Rajat, nothing,” Jitesh Sharma quipped, causing a burst of laughter from the team. Patidar responded by teasing Jitesh for overlooking his contribution. “Nothing bol raha hai (He said nothing),” Patidar joked.
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Jitesh Sharma quickly fired back, “Batting mein kya ukhada isne? (What did he do with the bat?)” Patidar smiled, concluding, “Chal theek, hai match jeet gaye na! (It’s fine, we won the game).”
RCB’s seventh win in 10 matches has firmly positioned them among the top contenders for the IPL 2025 playoffs.
