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

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.Sujoy @SujoyBarg07 NEW GOAT OF RCB ......RAJAT PATIDAR #GTvRCB May 26, 2026, 9:29 PM Heisenberg ☢ @internetumpire Patidar smoked GT ffs. 93 off just 33 balls. Almost a 100 at a strike rate of 281 in a high pressure game. Brother Captained with his bat tonight. Amith Sai @reyamithh @pav_a_n Cleanest hitter of six, Vaibhav is one but Patidar some how is more clean Chirag 🇮🇳 @cool_boy_new Always Remember The Name Captain Rajat Patidar !! #RCBvsGT May 26, 2026, 9:28 PM om mishra @BuildWithOm A slight correction: Rajat Patidar destroying GT: #RCBvsGT May 26, 2026, 9:28 PM Ullas @ullasshettyy48 Declare 16.4 rabada against rajat patidar is the Shot of the tournament @IPL @RCBTweets #RCBvGT Babu Mani @ChartWizMani 93 off 33 by Rajat Patidar. Skipper stood tall when the team needed him the most. What a monster knock. 🔥 #rcbvsgt #ipl #rcb May 26, 2026, 9:25 PM White sauce pasta @whitesoucepasta Trust me, Rajat Patidar will be the captain in T20 World Cup 2028.✍🏻✍🏻 Satyam Singh @Filmyhome123 @vikrantgupta73 Rajat Patidar is The Real #dhurandhar 🔥🔥 JOJO (❖,❖) base.eth @Jatinkapoor123 Brutual rajat patidar incredible playing he is completely changed but gujarat titans fielding let them down #RCBvsGT #kohli nautankibaaz Also Read: Virat Kohli And Devdutt Padikkal Join Ex-RCB, CSK Greats For Huge IPL RecordCricforma @cricforma Rajat Patidar delivers again in an IPL playoff game. Exceptional intent and clean striking. 93 off 33 with 9 sixes. #RCBvsGT #RCB #IPL 𝐍𝐚𝐞𝐞𝐦 @RCBfied Thank you for changing our lives Captain Rajat Patidar 🥺❤️ May 26, 2026, 9:25 PM Unknown Panda @bollywood96068 From Sachin Sachin to Kohli Kohli never thought a whole stadium will chant Patidar Patidar #rcbvsgt #ipl May 26, 2026, 9:25 PM Hardik Choudhary @HCNuggetPimpz Rajat patidar is clutch, brake and accelator all together. What an absolute package.. if he isn't playing for India in the upcoming t20 world cup.. its our loss, not his! Virat Kohli Dethroned? Internet Declares Rajat Patidar RCB’s New GOAT After GT CarnageSocial 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.Also Read: Virat Kohli Creates New World Record In IPLGrateful 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 LegacyRajat 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.Follow RCB vs GT Live Updates For Each And Every Detail Of The High-Octane IPL 2026 Clash