KL Rahul, captain of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), might be on his way out of the franchise ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) season, with a return to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) a strong possibility.
Trouble in paradise at LSG for KL Rahul?
Report by Dainik Jagran suggest a rift between KL Rahul and the LSG management. A video that surfaced earlier this year, showing a heated conversation between Rahul and LSG owner Sanjeev Goenka, sparked speculation. While both parties denied any major disagreement, whispers of a strained relationship continue.
RCB eye Familiar Face in KL Rahul
Meanwhile, RCB is reportedly keen on reuniting with their former star opener. Rahul started his IPL career with RCB in 2013 before moving on to other franchises. A return to his home city franchise could be on the cards.
LSG Crossroads: Retain or Release?
Whether LSG will retain KL Rahul as captain ahead of the mega-auction remains unclear. Rahul has led them to the playoffs twice since their debut in 2022, but both attempts ended in disappointment. Their performance hit a low in 2024, finishing a disappointing seventh in the league.
KL Rahul replaces Faf du Plessis at RCB?
With current RCB skipper Faf du Plessis nearing 40, the franchise might be looking for a long-term leader. Rahul, with his experience and leadership qualities, could be the ideal replacement. Additionally, his return would free up a valuable overseas slot for RCB.
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RCB seeks elusive IPL title
Despite reaching the playoffs in 2024, RCB fell short once again, losing to the Rajasthan Royals in the first eliminator. The upcoming mega-auction presents a golden opportunity for RCB to revamp their squad and finally secure their maiden IPL title.
With several teams expected to undergo significant changes in the auction, the battle to build the strongest IPL franchise will be fierce. Whether Rahul dons the RCB jersey again remains to be seen, but his potential return would undoubtedly add another exciting chapter to the IPL saga.
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