From Family Business to Cricket Success: Rajat Patidar's Inspiring Journey
Rajat Patidar's decision to pursue professional cricket over his family's timber and pipe business led to a remarkable victory for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL final. His unbeaten 93 not out off just 33 balls was crucial in their win, making him a household name.
Highlights
- •Rajat Patidar chose cricket over his family's timber and pipe business
- •Hit an amazing 93 not out against Gujarat Titans
- •Powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru into the IPL final
- •Family will celebrate the new arrival before attending the final
When Rajat Patidar chose cricket over joining his family business, many would have seen it as a risky move. His father Manohar, who is also a businessman, always encouraged him to follow his passion. Patidar's choice paid off spectacularly when he played a crucial innings against Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Mashing Boundaries for Royal Challengers Bengaluru
In a match that mattered the most, Patidar smashed an unbeaten 93 not out off just 33 balls. With five fours and nine sixes, he powered his team into the IPL final in Ahmedabad. His father Manohar, watching proudly from Bhopal, expressed no regrets about the missed century.
"Winning the match was more important than achieving a hundred," he said. Patidar's secure background meant he could pursue his dreams without financial constraints like many cricketers before him. His wife Gunjan recently gave birth to their child, a boy, who has not yet been named.
Patidar's performance comes just a day before his 33rd birthday, promising "icing on the cake" if his team goes on to win the final.
"It will be icing on the cake if our team wins," said Manohar. The family will not attend the final as they wish to celebrate the new arrival at home.
