RCB’s Meltdown Against DC Leaves Rajat Patidar Fuming
What a dramatic night it was at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, and not for reasons RCB fans would have hoped for. Royal Challengers Bengaluru faced a bitter six-wicket defeat at the hands of a relentless Delhi Capitals unit, and skipper Rajat Patidar didn’t hold back when speaking after the match. In fact, he looked visibly upset, and rightfully so. What looked like a solid start quickly spiraled into a collapse that left everyone scratching their heads.
RCB started off strong, thanks to some explosive hitting from Phil Salt during the powerplay. At 61 for 1 in just the fourth over, things were looking smooth. But what followed was a complete nosedive. They crumbled to 91 for 4, throwing away wickets carelessly, and eventually ended up with a rather modest 163 for 7. Patidar didn’t mince words. “That is not acceptable,” he said, clearly unhappy with how his batters failed to assess the situation. “We were 60 for one, then suddenly 90 for four — that kind of collapse is just not acceptable at this level.”
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He did give credit where it was due, especially to Tim David who tried to resurrect the innings with a late surge, but the damage had already been done. The pitch was expected to be a good one for batting, but RCB's inability to adjust to the changing conditions was evident.
On the other side, DC were clinical. Spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Vipraj Nigam bowled with purpose and accuracy, while KL Rahul stole the show with a masterclass in controlled aggression. His unbeaten 93 was the backbone of the chase. “Being behind the stumps for 20 overs gave me a real understanding of how the pitch behaved,” Rahul shared after the match. He adapted perfectly, picking the gaps, reading the bowlers, and finding boundaries with ease. It was as much about brain as it was about brawn.
DC skipper Axar Patel echoed the team's confidence, especially with four straight wins under their belt now. He talked about understanding matchups and reading the surface early, something that worked wonders today. He also had high praise for Rahul’s calm and calculated knock, calling it “mature” and “match-defining.”
All in all, it was a night of sharp contrasts — one side brimming with confidence and clarity, the other side struggling to find rhythm and consistency. As RCB regroups and rethinks their approach, one thing is clear: Rajat Patidar wants accountability, and he wants it fast. With the league entering a crucial phase, RCB can’t afford many more nights like this.
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