Why KL Rahul Is Not Playing Today’s IPL 2025 Match Against LSG

Delhi Capitals will miss star batter KL Rahul in their first match of IPL 2025. Rahul’s absence will impact Delhi Capitals’ top order. The team will look forward to his return in the second match. His experience and consistency are crucial for the Capitals’ IPL 2025 campaign. The franchise granted him special permission to skip the game.

Rahul Leaves Delhi Capitals Camp

Rahul flew back to Mumbai on Sunday night. He received the news that his wife could deliver anytime. Delhi Capitals management quickly approved his request to leave.

Rahul has returned home to Mumbai as his wife, Athiya Shetty, is expecting their first child.

A family source confirmed the situation. “He has gone home because the baby is expected anytime. He will be back for the next match,” the source revealed.

Expected Return Against Sunrisers Hyderabad

Delhi Capitals will play their season opener against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on March 25 in Visakhapatnam. Rahul is expected to rejoin the squad before their second match. The Capitals will face Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 30.

Strong Form Before IPL 2025

KL Rahul has been in fine form lately. He was one of India’s top performers in their recent Champions Trophy win in Dubai. However, Rahul has not featured in India’s T20I squad. During the tournament, he expressed his aim to return to the T20I setup.

Delhi Capitals Invested Heavily in Rahul

Delhi Capitals bought Rahul for INR 12 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction. He parted ways with Lucknow Super Giants after leading them for three seasons.

Before joining the Delhi Capitals camp, Rahul trained under Abhishek Nayar, India’s assistant coach, in Mumbai.

As of the end of the IPL 2024 season, KL Rahul has played 132 matches, scoring 4,683 runs at an average of 45.47 and a strike rate of 134.61. He has recorded 4 centuries and 37 half-centuries, with a highest score of 132*. Rahul has hit 400 fours and 187 sixes in his IPL career. He has captained teams like Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants, showcasing leadership along with his batting prowess.

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