RCB captain Rajat Patidar said that winning the IPL 2025 title will mean a lot for the veteran Virat Kohli and the fans ahead of the final against PBKS on Tuesday, June 3. However, Kohli has been RCB’s best batter this season with 614 runs in 14 matches so far, which came at an average of over 55. He has been eyeing the IPL title for a long time, and this will be his fourth final with RCB as well.

Speaking ahead of the final, Patidar said, “Virat has contributed so much over the years, winning would mean a lot, especially for him and the fans.”

Virat Kohli is the highest run-getter in the history of IPL, and he is yet to win the title itself. However, Patidar also gave an update on the availability of their star player, Tim David, ahead of the final. He also said that the doctors will check on him on Monday and then they will make a call on him.

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“Doctors will let us know this evening,” said Patidar.

Patidar, who became RCB captain this season, shared that leading the team has been a great learning experience for him this season. He also revealed that the focus was on creating a relaxed environment in the team.

“Expectations come naturally, especially when you’re leading a team like RCB in a final, but I always focus on what’s in my control and try to stay in the present. This captaincy journey has been a great learning experience for me, being around some of the best leaders and foreign players in the game has really shaped my approach. I’ve focused on creating a relaxed and secure environment, where both domestic and international players feel confident. We’re not thinking too much about the stage; we’re here to play our best cricket. Facing Shreyas again in a final is a nice coincidence, but the challenge is new, and we’re prepared for it,” Rajat Patidar concluded.