Rajat Patidar’s 19-Ball Blitz Propels RCB to Victory Over SRH
Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Rajat Patidar produced a spectacular counter-attack at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, scoring a 19-ball half-century against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The innings stands as the joint second-fastest fifty in RCB’s franchise history, falling just short of Chris Gayle’s 17-ball benchmark.
Dismantling the Spin Attack
Arriving at the crease during the middle overs, Patidar immediately shifted the momentum in RCB’s favor. His aggressive approach was highlighted during the 11th over, where he struck leg-spinner Mayank Markande for four consecutive sixes. Patidar reached his half-century in 19 deliveries before being dismissed by Jaydev Unadkat for 50 off 20 balls, an innings featuring two boundaries and five sixes.
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Key Match Highlights
- RCB Total: 206/7 in 20 overs
- SRH Total: 171/8 in 20 overs
- Margin of Victory: RCB won by 35 runs
- Key Contributions: Virat Kohli (51 runs), Cameron Green (37 not out)
RCB’s Dominant Batting Display
Patidar’s aggressive striking was supported by a foundational innings from Virat Kohli, who scored a measured 51 off 43 deliveries. Green’s unbeaten contribution ensured RCB capitalized on the middle-over momentum, driving the team to a formidable total that the SRH batting lineup struggled to chase.
Fastest Fifties for Royal Challengers Bengaluru
| Player | Balls | Opponent | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Gayle | 17 | Pune Warriors India | 2013 |
| Rajat Patidar | 19 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 2024 |
| Robin Uthappa | 19 | Kings XI Punjab | 2010 |
| AB de Villiers | 21 | Rajasthan Royals | 2012 |
Broader Context in IPL Records
While Patidar’s innings places him in elite company within the RCB franchise, the overall Indian Premier League record for the fastest half-century belongs to Yashasvi Jaiswal, who achieved the milestone in 13 balls for Rajasthan Royals. In international formats, Yuvraj Singh holds the T20 record with a 12-ball fifty. Comprehensive historical data on these milestones is maintained by ESPNcricinfo and the BCCI.
The 35-run victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad snapped a losing streak for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, demonstrating how aggressive middle-order batting can dictate the outcome of modern Twenty20 matches.