Personal Information
| Name | Rajat Patidar | Nationality |  India | Position | Batsman | Playing Role | Top order Batter | IPL Team | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Marriage Status | Married | International Debut | India (2023—present) | Test International Debut | India vs England at Visakhapatnam - February 02 - 05, 2024 | One Day International Debut | South Africa vs India at Paarl - December 21, 2023 | Wife Name | Gunjan Patidar | Batting Style | Right hand Bat | Bowling Style | Right arm Offbreak | Born at | Indore, Madhya Pradesh | Current Team | India National Cricket Team, Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Birthday | June 1, 1993 | Age | 33 |
Career Information
Rajat Patidar: RCB’s Rising Star and Dynamic Top-Order Batter
Rajat Patidar, born on June 1, 1993, in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, is a prominent Indian cricketer renowned for his right-handed top-order batting. He has been instrumental in both domestic and international cricket, recently ascending to captain the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Cricket Career & Stats
- Test Matches: Patidar debuted in February 2024 against England, showcasing his potential with scores of 32 and 9 in his inaugural match.
- ODI Career: He earned his first One Day International cap on December 21, 2023, facing South Africa and contributing a swift 22 runs off 16 balls.
- T20I Matches: While yet to debut internationally in T20s, Patidar has been a standout performer in domestic T20 circuits, particularly in the IPL.
- IPL Career: Patidar’s IPL journey has been remarkable, highlighted by an unbeaten 112* in the 2022 Eliminator match, cementing his status as a clutch performer. His consistent performances led to his appointment as RCB captain for the 2025 season.
Records & Achievements
- Under his leadership, Madhya Pradesh reached the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy final, reflecting his strategic acumen.
- Patidar’s IPL salary saw a significant rise to ₹11 crore in 2025, underscoring his value to the franchise.
Lesser-Known Facts
- Rajat hails from a business family in Indore.
- His net worth is estimated between ₹16-17 crore, attributed to his cricketing contracts and endorsements.
