After hearing news about turbulence in the LSG camp, KL Rahul’s fate remains uncertain. According to reports, he could be retained by LSG but not as captain, which means there is a strong chance that we may see some significant changes in IPL 2025. Players like Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav are expected to change franchises, and we are hearing that some top-quality franchises are eyeing Rohit and Surya as captains for their teams.
The same could happen with KL Rahul. Rahul, who has 64 games as IPL captain with 31 wins and 31 losses, along with several playoff experiences, could choose to lead another team. Speculations and confusion are swirling simultaneously. So, what could happen if KL Rahul does not continue with LSG and looks for another team that can make him captain? Let’s take a look at three franchises that could take that chance.
Teams that may offer captaincy to KL Rahul in IPL
Punjab Kings
The Punjab franchise is expected to undergo a new outlook, with changes in both coaching staff and captaincy. This transition will not only create space for KL Rahul as a player but may also lead to him being offered the captaincy. It seems confirmed that there will be no extension for Sam Curran, and Shikhar Dhawan, who has served as captain in the past, is unlikely to be retained. This opens up a wide opportunity for KL Rahul to don the jersey again, as he has already played for the franchise and understands the management, which could feel like a homecoming for him if he makes the move.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Just like the Punjab Kings, a similar situation exists for RCB, as the Bengaluru franchise may not retain Faf du Plessis, who captained the franchise in 42 games with two playoff entries. This potentially opens up a chance for Rahul to come in and captain the team. It is also noteworthy that Rahul has had a fair share of experience with the team from 2013 to 2016, during which he scored 417 runs, although he did not captain the side at that time.
Now, with Faf potentially leaving, this could pave the way for Rahul to enter as a leader and change the destiny of RCB.
Delhi Capitals
A team desperately in need of a trophy might consider a revamp by removing Rishabh Pant and bidding on KL Rahul to be the leader. Reports suggest that Rishabh Pant may not continue as the captain of DC in IPL 2025, which opens up a possibility for Rahul to step in. With the team already making changes, like removing Ricky Ponting as coach, they might take another bold move by appointing KL Rahul as the new leader.
