
A few reports claim that RCB will release Rajat Patidar before the auctions. It would be a shocking decision if that happens. He is one of the best middle-order batters in India and other teams will be licking their lips at this prospect. On that note, here, we take a look at the list of three teams which could target Rajat Patidar if RCB releases him before the IPL 2025 Auctions.
1) Punjab Kings
Punjab Kings is likely to start afresh with a clean slate. Ricky Ponting might identify Patidar as the No.4 for the franchise.
Against spinners, he is a top cricketer and he could be a specialist in this regard. PBKS will have the advantage with the purse and hence, they can go all the way for his signature.
2) Delhi Capitals
Delhi Capitals is one of the teams which could target Rajat Patidar if RCB releases him before the IPL 2025 Auctions. Irrespective of whether Rishabh Pant remains at the franchise or not, Rajat Patidar will surely be an exciting addition to the franchise. At No.3 or No.4, he will be the ideal man for the franchise.
He can take on the spin bowlers at well and that will give the likes of Tristan Stubbs with all the license for the death overs. With the likes of Axar Patel also in the fray, opposition spinners will be under pressure when they start bowling at DC.
3) Gujarat Titans
Gujarat Titans might need a proper spin-basher at No.4. They will also need someone who can control an inning just like Hardik Pandya used to do in the first two editions for them.
Here is where Rajat will fit the side perfectly. With the franchise likely to insist on a similar top-order, it is the middle order that needs improvement. Hence, the franchise will go hard for someone like Rajat Patidar.