Since November 2023, Indian Cricket Team (ICT) fans have been going through a traumatic experience of the World Cup final loss against Australia. Many blamed KL Rahul for the loss since he scored just 66 runs in 107 balls. However, the wicket-keeper batsman gave a befitting reply to his haters with his crucial knocks in the semi-final and final of Champions Trophy 2025, which helped India lift the cup after 12 long years.
Buoyed by his impressive display of class and talent, KL Rahul was reportedly asked to lead the Delhi Capitals franchise in IPL 2025. However, Rahul gently rejected the offer and made it clear that he wanted to contribute to the side as a player in the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League. Rahul previously led the Lucknow Super Giants team.
After the franchise released him, Delhi Capitals acquired him for Rs. 14 crores during the auction, up from a base price of Rs. 2 crores. Since Rahul turned down the offer, Axar Patel will likely become the captain. A few reports suggest that KL Rahul will miss a game or two because of his child’s birth.