Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 8: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Rajat Patidar has been fined INR 12 lakh for maintaining a slow over-rate during Match 21 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 against Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Wankhede Stadium, as per an official IPL Media Advisory.
The fine comes under Article 2.2 of the IPL Code of Conduct, which addresses minimum over-rate violations. This was RCB’s first offence of the season.
Patidar Shines in Leadership Debut
Despite the fine, Patidar has emerged as a standout leader in his debut season as RCB captain. Under his guidance, the team has notched up three wins in four matches, including impressive away victories over heavyweights KKR, CSK, and now MI.
With the bat, Patidar has been equally impressive, scoring 161 runs in four games, including two half-centuries. His composed presence at the crease and tactical acumen have injected fresh energy into the RCB squad.
Match Recap: RCB vs MI
Mumbai Indians won the toss and opted to field first. RCB made a strong statement with the bat:
- Virat Kohli smashed 67 off 42 balls
- Devdutt Padikkal added a quick 37 off 22
- Skipper Rajat Patidar lit up the Wankhede with a fiery 64 off 32 balls
- Jitesh Sharma provided the finishing touch with an unbeaten 40 off 19
RCB posted a daunting 221/5 in their 20 overs.
On the bowling front, MI struggled:
- Hardik Pandya (2/45) and Trent Boult (2/57) picked wickets but were expensive
- Jasprit Bumrah, in his return game, delivered a disciplined spell with 0/29 in 4 overs
During MI’s chase, they were 99/4 at the 12-over mark. A threatening 89-run stand between Tilak Varma (56 off 29) and Hardik Pandya (42 off 15) narrowed the gap, but RCB held their nerve.
- Krunal Pandya (4/45), Josh Hazlewood (2/37), and Bhuvneshwar Kumar (1/48) delivered crucial blows to secure a 12-run victory.
Points Table Update
- RCB is now third on the points table with 3 wins from 4 matches, all won away from home.
- Mumbai Indians are languishing at eighth, with just 1 win in 5 matches.