KL Rahul Set to Open for Delhi Capitals
Delhi Capitals are set to witness KL Rahul as their regular opening batter for the upcoming 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The announcement was made by coach Hemang Badani, according to multiple reports.
Rahul, an Indian wicket-keeper batsman, joined the Delhi Capitals ahead of their match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Sunday, March 30, 2025, in Visakhapatnam. His arrival follows the birth of his first child on March 24, which caused him to miss the team’s season opener against Lucknow Super Giants.
The Delhi Capitals welcomed Rahul with a warm post on social media, expressing their excitement for his addition to the squad. Rahul was acquired by Delhi Capitals for 14 crore rupees in last year’s mega auction and is now preparing to develop his debut for the team in Visakhapatnam.
This change in batting order comes as Rahul prepares to take on a new role, shifting from his usual opening position to potentially bat in the middle order. According to reports, this decision is due to the team’s strong top-order options and a need for experience in the middle of the lineup. He is expected to play a key role for India in the 2025 Champions Trophy.
Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals are facing an important test as they prepare for their matches. Axar Patel has been warned by Cheteshwar Pujara, and the team is dealing with the recent departure of a legendary player, potentially impacting their performance in the tournament.
Irfan Pathan believes that Delhi Capitals missed a key piece when they previously let Rahul go, stating that his absence was a factor in their inability to secure a championship.
