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IPL Star Leads New T20 Charge
Summary
- Rajat Patidar will captain the Gwalior Cheetahs in the MPL T20.
- The team features Mangesh Yadav, the top wicket-taker from 2025.
- Gwalior Cheetahs face Ujjain Falcons in the season opener on Wednesday.
IPL star Rajat Patidar will lead the Gwalior Cheetahs in the Madhya Pradesh League T20. Learn about the team, key players, and the season opener.
Rajat Patidar is set to captain the Gwalior Cheetahs in the Madhya Pradesh League (MPL) T20, following his successful IPL campaigns. Patidar recently led Royal Challengers Bengaluru to two consecutive IPL championships.
The Gwalior Cheetahs, owned by JKC Sports, are aiming for a breakthrough season after reaching the semifinals in 2025. They will play the opening match of the 2026 MPL T20 season against the Ujjain Falcons. This match is scheduled for Wednesday at the Holkar Stadium in Indore.
The team has assembled a balanced squad for the season, combining experienced players with emerging talent. Notable members include Mangesh Yadav, who was the leading wicket-taker in the 2025 MPL season with 14 wickets. The Gwalior Cheetahs will also benefit from the guidance of head coach Aditya Srivastava, who previously captained Madhya Pradesh to a Ranji Trophy title.
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