Cricket is more than anything for its fans, you can see the streets, grounds, lawns, and many places, and you’ll find people playing the sport and talking about it. Cricket is part of the peoples regular discussion as well. India has so much cricket talent that it could easily form three strong international teams. A big reason for this is the Indian Premier League (IPL), It is a platform where young players get the chance to grow and show their skills at a national level. KL Rahul is one such talented player who has learned a lot from the league.
The IPL helps players improve their batting, bowling, and leadership skills. KL Rahul is a special player because he can bat in any position—whether it’s opening the innings or finishing the game. He can also step in as a wicketkeeper when needed. In the 2025 IPL season, KL Rahul will play for the Delhi Capitals. Known for his elegant batting and calm leadership, he is expected to play a key role in the team’s success.
Here, we’ll discuss KL Rahul’s role in his new team, why he’s important for the Delhi Capitals, and how fans can stay updated with the latest IPL news, player stats, expert opinions, updates, pitch reports, odds, and predictions, using the Indibet app and website.
KL Rahul’s Role in Delhi Capitals
KL Rahul gives many options to any team, his experience and consistency will be crucial for Delhi Capital’s team in the 2025 season.
KL Rahul’s Year by Year performance in IPL
| Tournament | Teams | Inns | Runs | HS | Ave | SR | 100s | 50s |
| IPL | 4 teams | 123 | 4683 | 132* | 45.46 | 134.6 | 4 | 37 |
| IPL 2024 | LSG | 14 | 520 | 82 | 37.14 | 136.12 | 0 | 4 |
| IPL 2023 | LSG | 9 | 274 | 74 | 34.25 | 113.22 | 0 | 2 |
| IPL 2022 | LSG | 15 | 616 | 103* | 51.33 | 135.38 | 2 | 4 |
| IPL 2021 | PBKS | 13 | 626 | 98* | 62.6 | 138.8 | 0 | 6 |
| IPL 2020/21 | PBKS | 14 | 670 | 132* | 55.83 | 129.34 | 1 | 5 |
| IPL 2019 | PBKS | 14 | 593 | 100* | 53.9 | 135.38 | 1 | 6 |
| IPL 2018 | PBKS | 14 | 659 | 95* | 54.91 | 158.41 | 0 | 6 |
| IPL 2016 | RCB | 12 | 397 | 68* | 44.11 | 146.49 | 0 | 4 |
| IPL 2015 | SRH | 8 | 142 | 44* | 28.4 | 112.69 | 0 | 0 |
| IPL 2014 | SRH | 8 | 166 | 46 | 20.75 | 101.21 | 0 | 0 |
| IPL 2013 | RCB | 2 | 20 | 12 | 10 | 125 | 0 | 0 |
KL Rahul’s IPL Journey So Far
KL Rahul has played for 4 different IPL teams as of now and Delhi Capitals will be his 5th team in a span of 12 years:
- Royal Challengers Bangalore: He started his IPL career here and performed well. However, in a mega auction, other teams bid for him, and he moved on.
- Sunrisers Hyderabad: This was his second team, but he didn’t perform as expected.
- Punjab Kings: He became the captain here and helped the team improve.
- Lucknow Super Giants: He joined this new team as captain and led them to the playoffs in their very first season.
In 2025, he will take on a new challenge by joining the Delhi Capitals, a team full of young and energetic players. Apart from being a great batter, Rahul also brings leadership skills, as he has captained teams before, including India’s Test team.
Delhi Capitals Squad for 2025 IPL
After the IPL auction 2024 for IPL 2025 season, with KL Rahul, Faf Du Plessis, Natrajan, Starc, and many new faces joining the team, Delhi Capitals have a strong squad for 2025. Some key players in the team are:
Batters list of Delhi Capitals 2025
| Player | Role | Batting Style |
| Abishek Porel | Wicketkeeper Batter | Left hand Bat |
| Harry Brook | Batter | Right hand Bat |
| Faf du Plessis | Middle order Batter | Right hand Bat |
| Jake Fraser-McGurk | Batter | Right hand Bat |
| Karun Nair | Top order Batter | Right hand Bat |
| KL Rahul | Wicketkeeper Batter | Right hand Bat |
| Sameer Rizvi | Batter | Right hand Bat |
| Tristan Stubbs | Batter | Right hand Bat |
Allrounders list of Delhi Capitals 2025
| Player | Batting Style | Bowling Style |
| Donovan Ferreira | Right hand Bat | Right arm Offbreak |
| Ajay Mandal | Left hand Bat | Slow Left arm Orthodox |
| Manvanth Kumar | Left hand Bat | Right arm Fast medium |
| Axar Patel | Left hand Bat | Slow Left arm Orthodox |
| Ashutosh Sharma | Right hand Bat | — |
Bowlers list of Delhi Capitals 2025
| Player | Role | Bowling Style |
| Dushmantha Chameera | Bowler | Right arm Fast |
| Kuldeep Yadav | Bowler | Left arm Wrist spin |
| Mukesh Kumar | Bowler | Right arm Medium |
| T Natarajan | Bowler | Left arm Medium |
| Mohit Sharma | Bowler | Right arm Medium |
| Mitchell Starc | Bowler | Left arm Fast |
| Vipraj Nigam | Bowler | Legbreak |
| Madhav Tiwari | Bowler | Right arm Medium fast |
| Tripurana Vijay | Bowler | Right arm Offbreak |
KL Rahul’s Strengths as a Player
KL Rahul is very versatile cricketer and one of the most dependable batters in the IPL. His strengths include:
- Consistency: If you look at his batting, technically strong and can play at any pace depending upon the game situation. KL Rahul has scored 500+ runs consistently in several IPL seasons.
- Versatility: He can play both as an anchor and an aggressive hitter, depending on the situation.
- Leadership Skills: Rahul’s calm approach and smart decisions make him an excellent captain.
- Fitness: If you see his fitness physically and mentally, definitely he can be in a list of one of the fittest players in the IPL. Staying fit helps him in perform well in all matches.
You can get to know more about IPL, and KL Rahul this season through the Indibet website. They can get live scores, match schedules, team updates, expert views, predictions, odds, and more.
How to Follow KL Rahul’s 2025 IPL Season?
If you are a fan of KL Rahul or Delhi Capitals, you don’t want to miss any updates this season. The Indibet app and website are great tools for cricket fans. Here’s what you can do with these apps:
- Check Live Scores: Follow every ball and run scored by KL Rahul and his team.
- View Match Schedules: Stay updated with Delhi Capitals’ fixtures.
- Read Team News: Get the latest updates on team lineups and strategies.
- Watch Highlights: Catch up on Rahul’s best innings if you miss the live match.
Download the Indibet app or website today to stay connected with all the IPL action.
What makes KL Rahul special for Delhi Capitals?
Delhi Capitals have been one of the most exciting teams in IPL. However, they are still chasing their first IPL trophy. With KL Rahul in their team as a player brings experience, talents, and leadership skills as well. Rahul’s ability to score runs consistently will strengthen the batting lineup. His experience as a captain, and leader, and his ability to adapt to the game situation quickly as seen in past seasons, will also help Delhi Capitals manage pressure in crucial games.
If you want to stay updated on Rahul’s journey and Delhi Capitals’ performance, don’t forget to use the Indibet app, as it is the best way to follow all the IPL action this season.
