Rajat Patidar’s Trophy Stare Sparks Deja Vu and Worry Among RCB Fans
So here we are, just hours away from one of the most anticipated showdowns of IPL 2025—the final between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS)—and something unexpected has already sparked a storm among fans. The buzz isn't just about the match; it’s about RCB captain Rajat Patidar and a moment that's eerily familiar, a moment that’s given many RCB fans a serious case of déjà vu.
During the pre-final press conference, Patidar was seen doing something as simple as staring at the IPL trophy. Sounds innocent, right? But that single image has triggered a wave of worry across social media. Why? Because it reminds fans of what Rohit Sharma did right before the ODI World Cup 2023 final. He too, just before that crucial game, was caught gazing long and hard at the trophy—and we all know how that ended. India, despite being favourites, lost the final to Australia. And now RCB, also seen as favourites statistically, are up against a resurgent Punjab side that just knocked out Mumbai Indians in a high-octane match.
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For RCB fans, who have been waiting for a title since the inception of the IPL in 2008, this isn't just any final—it’s an emotional culmination of years of hope, heartbreak, and rebuilding. The symbolic gesture of Patidar, knowingly or unknowingly, has stirred up the fear of history repeating itself. On social media, memes and anxious posts have already started flooding in. "It’s so over," one post read with a side-by-side image of Patidar and Rohit Sharma both looking at the trophy.
Despite the frenzy, Patidar seemed calm and composed during the press conference. When asked about the pressure of leading RCB in a final, he said he’s focused only on what he can control. More notably, he shared that winning the title would mean a lot to him personally, but even more so for Virat Kohli, the heartbeat of the franchise, who has been with RCB since day one. “Virat has contributed so much over the years, winning would mean a lot, especially for him and the fans,” Patidar said.
He also touched on his journey as a first-time captain. He described it as a learning experience and spoke about building a relaxed environment for both domestic and overseas players. “We’re not overthinking the stage—we’re just here to play our best cricket,” he added, trying to project a calm, grounded mindset.
Still, for fans who've seen this "trophy stare" before, the worry remains. Is it just a harmless coincidence? Or is it the beginning of another tragic twist in RCB's long IPL story? One thing’s for sure—when the first ball is bowled in Ahmedabad tonight, millions will be watching not just with hope, but with crossed fingers, praying that history doesn’t repeat itself.
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