Chennai Super Kings (CSK) wicketkeeper-batter Urvil Patel shared that he was initially approached by Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) before eventually joining CSK as a replacement player during the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The Gujarat-born cricketer explained that while RCB had invited him for trials, it was CSK that offered him clear communication and direction.
Urvil was later named as a replacement for the injured Vansh Bedi midway through the IPL 2025 campaign. Speaking on the GC Podcast YouTube Channel, Urvil Patel said:
“5:08 – When I came to know about it, I was very excited because I remember there were two good news for me on the same day. I first got a call from RCB that Devdutt Padikkal might have been injured. So, they were looking for a replacement. So, they called me first, but they didn’t confirm whether they would pick me. They asked me to come for a 15-day trial.”
“5:36 – After one hour, I got a call from CSK. Srikanth Sir from scouting called me and said they are considering me as a replacement player. So, be ready. So, I was confused. I said, ‘Sir, RCB also called me.’ He said they were sure about my inclusion in the team.”
“He told me to be ready and wait for BCCI’s approval. It was a very good moment for me. I remember we were on vacation, so the family was together. I remember the call was around 1 pm, and I told the family in the evening that it’s clear that I am going to CSK,” he added.
Urvil Patel Missed CSK Spot To Ayush Mhatre Despite Trials
Urvil Patel further mentioned that he had taken part in trial matches for the Super Kings earlier, during a period when captain Ruturaj Gaikwad was sidelined due to injury. However, despite his participation, Ayush Mhatre was selected over him. He stated:
“23:30 – I think that I got a call in April. When Ruturaj got injured, there were trials. CSK called me and Mhatre. I went to the trials and batted in the nets for two days. Then they took Ayush. After one month, they said that there is an intra-squad trial match and invited me. I went there and played that match. I performed well in both matches. In one match, I scored 20-ball 40 and 20-ball 51 in another. They selected me with those performances.”
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