After making RCB champion twice in a row, Rajat Patidar will now create rebellion in MPL; Will handle the captaincy of this strong team

Rajat Patidar Gwalior Cheetahs Captain 2026: After leading Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) to two consecutive IPL titles, Rajat Patidar will now lead the ‘Gwalior Cheetahs’ in the Madhya Pradesh League (MPL) T20 Scindia Cup 2026. Will take command of. Patidar will captain a team which, after reaching the semi-finals in 2025, had missed out on a place in the finals but is now desperate to create history.

Gwalior Cheetahs will play the first match of the 2026 season against Ujjain Falcons. One of the most successful cricketers to come out of Madhya Pradesh in recent years, Patidar has made impressive progress in both domestic and franchise cricket.

Great combination of experienced and young players in Gwalior Cheetahs

The team of Gwalior Cheetahs has a great combination of experienced players and promising young talents. This team includes players like Mangesh Yadav, who was the highest wicket taker in the 2025 season with 14 wickets. Apart from this, the team will also benefit from the guidance of head coach Aditya Srivastava, under whose guidance Madhya Pradesh won the Ranji Trophy 2022 title.

All eyes fixed on the opening match

All eyes will be on the opening match of the tournament when Patidar’s team faces Ujjain Falcons in their maiden MPL campaign. Before this campaign, Patidar said that it is always a special feeling to come back and play in Madhya Pradesh. The last few months have been memorable but every new tournament brings new challenges and new excitement.

Important platform for MPL cricket

MPL has become an important platform for cricket in Madhya Pradesh. I am excited to represent Gwalior Cheetahs once again. We have a talented squad, a strong support staff, and a group that is desperate to succeed. Our focus is on playing positive cricket and creating the best opportunity to bring home the trophy.

Also played an important role in MP winning Ranji Trophy

From playing a key role in Madhya Pradesh’s historic Ranji Trophy win to establishing himself as a leader on the IPL stage, right-handed batsman Rajat Patidar is now back in familiar surroundings. His aim is to help Gwalior Cheetahs win their first title.

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