Kohli To Patidar, Bengaluru Captain List
Rahul Dravid (2008)
Dravid faced a rather struggling start to the first season of the Premier League with an underwhelming team. They finished at the bottom of the table.
Kevin Pietersen (2009)
England`s legendary batter tried to bring in a shift in 2009, but the team won only 2 out of 6 matches before Pietersen handed over his reigns.
Anil Kumble (2009-2010)
The iconic Indian spinner turned things around for Bengaluru in 2009, leading the team to the Premier League finals. He was the most successful captain.
Daniel Vettori (2011-2012)
The New Zealand spinner brought calmness and strategy to this side by winning 15 out of 28 matches. However, Bengaluru couldn`t get their hands on the trophy.
Virat Kohli (2011-2023)
The former Indian skipper became the longest-serving captain of the franchise. Kohli captained Bengaluru for 143 matches, winning 66 and losing 70.
Shane Watson (2017)
The Australian all-rounder led Bengaluru for a brief time in 2017 for just three matches, winning one.
Faf du Plessis (2022-2024)
The South African cricket legend has kept Bengaluru afloat ever since he took over the captaincy. He has maintained a balanced record of 21 wins and 21 losses.
Rajat Patidar (2025)
The most popular franchise recently announced its new captain, Rajat Patidar. Will the 32-year-old Indian all-rounder manage to secure a win this season?