Now that KL Rahul is no longer with Lucknow Super Giants, this star Karnataka batter will be looking for a new IPL team, which means he will go under the hammer in the IPL 2025 Mega Auction. Rahul, who is currently struggling with form and not having enough runs in the bag, still has a lot of value when it comes to the IPL. With over 4,000 runs in just 132 games and a strike rate of 134.61, Rahul’s name alone is enough to attract big bids. While his strike rate is often questioned, the amount of talent he possesses and his ability to convert runs make him one of the best batters in the IPL. Also, as a wicketkeeper, Rahul becomes a valuable choice for teams looking for a quality wicketkeeper-batter. So, which teams will target KL Rahul in the 2025 Mega Auction? See three teams that could look to get him in the mix.
Teams that might target KL Rahul in IPL 2025 Auction
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Very own Karnataka-born player could return to RCB. Rahul is no stranger to the RCB camp, having played for them from 2013 to 2016, and he understands how the upper management operates. During his stint with RCB, he scored 417 runs, striking bowlers in the initial overs. With no Faf du Plessis at the top, the team will need an opener. Also, Dinesh Karthik, who served as the wicketkeeper for the team, is now retired, leaving a vacancy for that role. It will be interesting to see what RCB decides to do , whether they will bid for KL Rahul in the auction or not. The chances are quite high, considering the team’s needs and the abilities Rahul possesses, making him a good fit for the Bengaluru franchise.
Kolkata Knight Riders
Apart from RCB, KKR could also bid for KL Rahul, especially since there is no Shreyas Iyer in the mix, which came as a big shock to many KKR fans, as Iyer led the team to the IPL 2024 trophy. Also, their wicketkeeper, Phil Salt, has also been released by the camp. Looking at the situation, one player who could solve multiple issues is KL Rahul, whether it’s top-order batting or wicketkeeping. Moreover, since there is no captain in KKR at the moment, Rahul could also take up the leadership role, as he is not new to captaincy.
Punjab Kings
Can Punjab Kings go for KL Rahul again? In a bold move, PBKS retained just two players, both uncapped , Prabhsimran Singh and Shashank Singh. With plenty of money in the purse, the team has the ability to target some top players. Just like RCB, PBKS is not new to KL Rahul’s services, he was the leader of the team and played some impressive innings for them. PBKS might consider bringing back KL Rahul, a stylish opener who can contribute with both bat and gloves. Given that PBKS is looking for an opener who can play deep into the innings and accelerate when needed, it’s likely they will try to reacquire KL Rahul.
