Mumbai, May 17 -- After defeats in seven of their first eight games in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have turned the tide in some style. They are on a five-match winning streak and remain in the playoffs race heading into their final league game against Chennai Super Kings at home on Saturday.

With 320 runs at a strike-rate of 179.77, Rajat Patidar has been one of the key performers for RCB. He began the season with a string of low scores but has hit five-half-centuries since, three of which proved match-winning. For the 30-year-old, it was just about keeping faith during the tough times.

"I accept every situation," said Patidar. "In sports, you won't get success all the time so it's important to alwa...