Reflecting on his second IPL title as captain, Patidar admitted memories from last year’s historic triumph came flooding back as he walked into the stadium but stressed the team’s focus remained firmly on the present.
“It feels superb. There were a lot of memories from last year but we had to stay in the present. Don’t have words to express but feeling good,” he said.
Patidar revealed that RCB’s plans were clear after assessing the conditions, with the team backing itself to chase.
“Plan was clear, it was easier to chase. We wanted to get their top-three. Our bowlers throughout the tournament have been superb. Bhuvi (Bhuvneshwar Kumar), (Josh) Hazlewood, Rasikh (Dar), Krunal (Pandya), Sheppie (Romario Shepherd), all have been superb,” Patidar said.