Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar recently shared his thoughts on the best captain in IPL history during IPL 2026. His answer created discussion among fans because he selected Rohit Sharma instead of some other well-known leaders in the tournament.
Patidar praised Rohit Sharma for his leadership record and success in the league. At the same time, he also spoke highly of Virat Kohli’s batting and Faf du Plessis’ fielding ability.
Patidar Picks Rohit Sharma as Best IPL Captain
When asked about the best IPL captain, Rajat Patidar named Rohit Sharma.
Rohit has built a strong reputation as a captain during his time with Mumbai Indians. His leadership record includes many wins and several IPL titles.
Below is a quick comparison of the captaincy records mentioned.
IPL Captaincy Record Comparison
| Captain | Matches | Wins | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | 158 | 87 | 55.06% |
| Virat Kohli | 143 | 66 | 46.15% |
Rohit Sharma’s overall success and consistency as a captain have made him one of the most respected leaders in the tournament.
Patidar Praises Virat Kohli as Best IPL Batter
Although Patidar chose Rohit Sharma as the best captain, he selected Virat Kohli as the best batter in the league.
Kohli holds several batting records in the IPL and remains one of the most consistent run-scorers in the competition.
Virat Kohli IPL Batting Record
| Matches / Innings | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 50s | 100s | Best Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 260 innings | 8,730 | Around 40 | 133.14 | 64 | 8 | 113* |
Kohli’s long career and consistent performances have helped him remain among the top batters in IPL history.
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Faf du Plessis Named Best Fielder
In the same discussion, Patidar also selected Faf du Plessis as the best fielder.
Du Plessis is widely known for his athletic fielding, safe catching, and quick reactions on the field. His fielding has helped teams save crucial runs and take important catches in many IPL matches.
Rohit Sharma’s IPL Career Highlights
Apart from his captaincy record, Rohit Sharma is also one of the leading run-scorers in IPL history.
He has played many important innings for Mumbai Indians and played a key role in their championship victories.
Rohit Sharma IPL Career Stats
| Matches / Innings | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 50s | 100s | Best Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 268 innings | 7,124 | 29.93 | 132.61 | 48 | 2 | 109* |
Rohit has also guided Mumbai Indians to five IPL titles, including back-to-back championships in 2019 and 2020.
Rohit’s Strong Start in IPL 2026
Rohit Sharma started the IPL 2026 season in good form. He scored a powerful 78 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Wankhede Stadium.
The innings showed his ability to anchor the batting while also scoring quickly when needed.
RCB and Mumbai Indians Begin IPL 2026 with Wins
Both Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Mumbai Indians have started the IPL 2026 season with victories.
RCB began their title defense with a strong win over Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The team chased the target quickly with aggressive batting from their top order.
Mumbai Indians also secured a big win by defeating Kolkata Knight Riders while chasing a challenging target of 224 runs. They completed the chase with five balls remaining and won by six wickets.
Opening Match Results
| Team | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| RCB | Sunrisers Hyderabad | RCB won |
| Mumbai Indians | Kolkata Knight Riders | MI won by 6 wickets |
Both teams are now preparing for a highly anticipated match at the Wankhede Stadium on April 12.
Final Thoughts
Rajat Patidar’s selections have added new discussion among IPL fans. His choice of Rohit Sharma as the best captain highlights Rohit’s impressive leadership record in the tournament.
At the same time, Patidar acknowledged Virat Kohli’s outstanding batting record and Faf du Plessis’ fielding excellence.
As IPL 2026 continues, fans will keep debating who deserves the title of the league’s best captain, batter, and fielder.
CricketMAN2 will continue bringing updates and analysis from IPL 2026 as the season progresses.
