One more game and let's celebrate together – Rajat Patidar on RCB’s clinical win against PBKS

RCB carved history in New Chandigarh as they registered the biggest win in a Playoff game in terms of balls remaining.

Thanks to Phil Salt, RCB shot down the required total of 102 in just 10 overs while Rajat Patidar chimed in with a crucial finish touch as he slog-swept Musheer Khan over the deep square leg fielder for the winning runs.

Talking at the post-match presentation, Rajat Patidar was all praise about his team. He spoke on the entire fast-bowling unit and then shifted his attention to Suyash Sharma’s incredible spell.

Underlining the impressive start by the fast bowlers, Rajat Patidar said, “I think we were clear in our plans, how we have to bowl. I think the fast bowlers used the surface really well.”

Patidar then shifted his focus to Suyash Sharma, adding, “The way Suyash chipped in, the way he bowled his lines and lengths, that was really good. As a captain I am clear about his bowling. He has to target the stumps, that's his strength. His wrong 'un is difficult to read for the batters. I always want to give him clear ideas, I don't want to confuse him. I am okay if he concedes a few runs (in the process.)”

He also shared plaudits for Phil Salt, underlining the importance of the massive starts that he has given so far that has helped RCB to create a monumental platform for a later flourish throughout the tournament.
Highlighting Salt’s stellar striking, Patidar said, “We have had a lot of practice sessions throughout the tournament, so one day of not practising won't harm you. The way he (Salt) is batting in most of the matches. The way he is giving starts, I am a big fan of him. It's a treat to watch him from the dugout. That's really good.”

The RCB skipper concluded with a word for the fans, stating. “I always thank RCB fans, not only in Chinnaswamy, but wherever we go we feel it's our home ground. We love you, so keep supporting us. One more game and let's celebrate together.”