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Rajat Patidar

Rajat Patidar is an Indian international cricketer who plays as a right-handed top-order batter and occasional off-spin bowler.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Rajat Patidar is an Indian international cricketer who plays as a right-handed top-order batter and occasional off-spin bowler. He represents Madhya Pradesh in domestic cricket and has played for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Indian Premier League. He made his ODI debut for India in December 2023 and his Test debut in February 2024.

Early life and domestic career

Rajat Patidar was born in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, and began his cricketing career in state-level cricket. He debuted for Madhya Pradesh in the 2015–16 season and later established himself as a reliable top-order batter.

Rise in Indian cricket

Patidar gained wider recognition through strong domestic performances, including being his team's leading run-scorer in the 2018–19 season. His century in the 2022 Ranji Trophy final was a key moment in Madhya Pradesh's title win.

International career

He made his ODI debut for India against South Africa in December 2023 and his Test debut against England in February 2024. His international role has centered on batting in the top or middle order.

Indian Premier League

Patidar has played for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL. He is associated with one of the franchise's notable batting performances and has also been linked with captaincy duties in recent seasons.

Key facts

  • Right-handed top-order batter, occasional off-spin bowler.
  • Represents Madhya Pradesh in domestic cricket.
  • Made ODI debut in December 2023.
  • Made Test debut in February 2024.
  • Plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL.
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Canadian context

Patidar has no strong direct Canada-specific connection in the available sources, though Canadian cricket followers may know him through international cricket and IPL coverage.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Rajat Patidar?
Rajat Patidar is an Indian cricketer known as a right-handed batter who plays domestic cricket for Madhya Pradesh and franchise cricket for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
When was Rajat Patidar born?
He was born on 1 June 1993.
What is Rajat Patidar’s batting style?
He is a right-handed batter who typically bats in the top order.
When did Rajat Patidar make his international debut?
He made his ODI debut in December 2023 against South Africa and his Test debut in February 2024 against England.
Which domestic team does Rajat Patidar play for?
He plays domestic cricket for Madhya Pradesh.
Which IPL team has Rajat Patidar played for?
He has played for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Indian Premier League.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rajat_Patidar
    Supports: Full name, birth date, playing style, domestic team, international debut, and IPL association.
  2. BCCI — https://www.bcci.tv/international/men/players/rajat-patidar/597
    Supports: Official player profile, domestic background, batting style, debut details, and Ranji Trophy final century.
  3. Times of India — https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/player-profile/rajat-patidar/65687
    Supports: Date of birth, role, batting style, and ODI/Test debut details.
  4. CricketArchive — https://cricketarchive.com/Archive/Players/1168/1168019/1168019.html
    Supports: Full name, birthplace, batting and bowling styles, and team history.