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“New GOAT Of RCB”: Fans Crown Rajat Patidar Over Virat Kohli After His Dharamshala Special

Kaushik Kashyap

TR on Rajat Patidar. [Source - AP/X.com]TR on Rajat Patidar. [Source - AP/X.com]

Rajat Patidar delivered an absolute batting masterclass against Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1 on Tuesday in Dharamshala. The RCB captain completely dismantled the GT bowling attack, smashing an unbeaten 93 off just 33 balls in a breathtaking display of power-hitting.

The right-hander’s brutal knock powered RCB into a commanding position after being asked to bat first. Patidar’s carnage, packed with fearless strokeplay, helped RCB post a massive total of 254 runs at the end of their 20 overs.

Fans and cricket experts were left stunned by Patidar’s destructive avatar as he hammered nine sixes, five boundaries and multiple records during his innings. Social media exploded with reactions, with many calling it one of the greatest playoffs knocks in IPL history.

Here are some of the best reactions from the internet on Rajat Patidar's unbeaten 93 off 33 balls innings against GT in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1.










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Virat Kohli Dethroned? Internet Declares Rajat Patidar RCB’s New GOAT After GT Carnage

Social media erupted after Rajat Patidar’s explosive 93 off 33 balls against Gujarat Titans, with fans boldly declaring a changing of the guard at RCB. Many users sensationally claimed that Virat Kohli’s long-standing “GOAT” status at the franchise has now been challenged.

A section of fans hailed this as the greatest IPL playoff innings ever seen, praising Patidar’s fearless approach, helping RCB to post highest total ever in IPL playoffs. His ability to dominate a high-pressure knockout match left many in awe.

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Grateful RCB supporters credited Patidar for transforming the franchise’s fortunes, pointing to his leadership in recent success and clutch performances. Some even urged selectors to consider him for India’s T20I side ahead of Shreyas Iyer after this knock.

Others took a more playful route, dubbing him the “Real Dhurandhar” and comparing his flowing long hair and swagger to Ranveer Singh’s character from the film Dhurandhar. The internet, once again, had no shortage of reactions.

Rajat Patidar’s Playoff Dominance Redefines RCB’s Big-Match Legacy

Rajat Patidar has firmly established himself as RCB’s ultimate clutch king, transforming from a replacement pick in IPL 2022 into the face of the franchise within just four years. His journey has been defined by impact, consistency, and big-match temperament.

It all began with his iconic century against LSG in the IPL 2022 Eliminator, a knock that signaled the arrival of a special talent. Since then, Patidar has repeatedly stepped up when RCB needed him most, especially on the biggest stages.

His playoff record speaks volumes. In just 6 innings, Patidar has scored 338 runs at an astonishing average of 112.66 and a strike rate of 193.14, including a century and two fifties. With numbers like these, fan debates about him surpassing Virat Kohli in impact are only growing louder.

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