Rajat Patidar Calls Police After Dukandar Mix-Up — The Viral Moment Explained
The worlds of professional cricket and a small village grocery shop in Chhattisgarh collided in a hilarious and completely unexpected mix-up that involved none other than Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Rajat Patidar, cricketing legends Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers, and a pair of unsuspecting fans. What started as a simple phone number reassignment quickly spiraled into a viral moment that culminated in a phone call to the police and a dream come true for a couple of young boys.
A Routine Purchase, A Bizarre Discovery
The story begins in the Gariaband district of Chhattisgarh. A teenager named Manish and his friend, Khemraj, needed a new SIM card. They made a routine purchase from a local shop, activated the number, and inserted it into a phone. The moment they set up WhatsApp, however, they were in for a shock. The profile picture that automatically appeared was not of a random stranger, but of the famous cricketer, Rajat Patidar. Unaware of the gravity of this coincidence, the boys laughed it off, thinking it was a quirky glitch.
What they didn’t know was that this particular phone number had belonged to Patidar. As is standard practice for telecom companies, after a number remains inactive for over 90 days, it is deactivated and reassigned to a new user. This is precisely what happened here, turning a simple phone into a cricketing hotline.
The Cricketing Hotline Goes Live
Soon, the calls started coming in. Not from family or friends, but from people who sounded an awful lot like some of the biggest names in cricket. One day, a call came through, and a voice on the other end said, “Hello, this is Virat Kohli.” Another time, a call was received from a person claiming to be AB de Villiers. The boys, naturally, assumed this was an elaborate prank. It was too wild to be true. To match the joke, they began replying to every celebrity caller with the same line: "And we're MS Dhoni." This was their way of playing along with what they believed was an amusing, albeit strange, game.
The number was so integral to Patidar's professional life that his coaches, teammates, and other important contacts were all using it to get in touch with him. With the number now in the hands of the two friends, Patidar was facing a communication crisis.
The Real Rajat Patidar Calls
After days of calls from the cricketing fraternity, the situation reached a head when the real Rajat Patidar decided to take matters into his own hands. He made a direct call to the new number. "Bhai, I'm Rajat Patidar. That number is mine, please return it," he reportedly said, his tone patient and firm. The boys, still convinced it was a prank, gave their now-famous reply, "And we're MS Dhoni."
Patidar, realizing the seriousness of the situation, explained the importance of the number. He detailed how crucial it was for him to stay connected with his professional network, from his coaches to his teammates. But his appeals fell on deaf ears. The boys were still in the dark, unable to grasp that they were speaking to a cricketing star. It was in this moment of frustration that Patidar, out of options, gave them an ultimatum that would forever link this incident to the police department.
“I’ll Send the Cops”
In a final attempt to resolve the issue, Patidar warned, "Okay, I'll send the cops." The boys, still thinking it was a joke, simply hung up. They likely imagined the ‘cops’ would be their friends dressed in costumes, but within a mere ten minutes, the local police arrived at their doorstep. The officers, dispatched at Patidar’s request, quickly explained the situation. It was only then, with the presence of law enforcement, that the gravity of the situation sank in for Manish and Khemraj. This wasn't a prank; they had genuinely been speaking to some of the most famous cricketers in the world.
The two friends immediately cooperated, handing over the SIM card to the police, who in turn ensured its return to Patidar. The entire incident was resolved amicably and quickly, but not before the story became a sensation, creating a memorable moment that the boys will likely never forget.
A Viral Moment with a Sweet Ending
The viral story, while humorous, highlights the unique challenges faced by public figures in the digital age. A simple administrative process like number reassignment can lead to major complications. For the two young fans, however, it was a moment they will cherish forever. Khemraj, a huge Virat Kohli fan, perfectly summed up the experience. "I got to speak to Kohli because of a wrong number. My life's goal is complete," he said, reflecting on the bizarre but unforgettable chain of events.
The village of Madagaon, previously unknown to most, found itself on the cricketing map for a brief but glorious moment. The incident also shed light on Patidar's role as the RCB captain, a position he excelled at by leading his team to a maiden IPL title earlier that year. The story is a testament to the unexpected ways in which our digital lives can intersect with the real world, creating a narrative that is both funny and heartwarming. It’s a reminder that even in a world of high-stakes sports and celebrity, a simple phone call can connect people in the most extraordinary ways.
This is a testament to how even the most mundane of actions, like buying a new SIM card, can lead to incredible adventures and memorable moments. Patidar got his number back, the police had a rather unique case to handle, and two young cricket fans got the surprise of a lifetime, all because of one very important, and very re-assigned, phone number.
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