KL Rahul May Miss First Two Matches of IPL 2025
Indian cricketer KL Rahul may not be able to play the first two matches of the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season for Delhi Capitals. The reason for his absence is that his wife, Bollywood actress Athiya Shetty, is expecting their first child. This news was shared by Australian cricketer Alyssa Healy, who is the wife of Mitchell Starc. Starc is also playing for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025.
KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty Expecting Their First Child
KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty had announced in November 2024 that they were expecting a baby. Because of this, Rahul is likely to miss the first two matches of IPL 2025. He will be with his wife during this special time.
Alyssa Healy talked about this in a YouTube interview on the channel LiSTNR Sport. She mentioned that Delhi Capitals has many talented young players. She also talked about the team’s plans after losing England’s Harry Brook, who is unavailable this season. She said that KL Rahul is an important player, but since he might miss the first few matches, the team will need to make some adjustments. However, once Rahul joins the team, he will be a great addition, as he is known for his strong batting skills in T20 cricket.
KL Rahul Joins Delhi Capitals for IPL 2025
In the IPL 2025 mega auction, Delhi Capitals bought KL Rahul for a huge amount of Rs 14 crore. Before this, he played for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for three years. However, LSG released him before the auction, allowing him to be picked by a new team.
Rahul has played for several teams in the IPL and has also been a captain in the past. Many people believed that Delhi Capitals might make him the captain for this season. However, his absence in the first two matches could impact the team’s decision regarding leadership.
KL Rahul’s Performance in IPL
KL Rahul has been one of the most consistent batsmen in the IPL. So far, he has scored a total of 4,683 runs in the tournament. His ability to play long and steady innings makes him a valuable player in T20 cricket. Over the years, Rahul has built a strong reputation as a dependable opener and a wicket-keeper batsman.
Impact on Delhi Capitals
Delhi Capitals has a strong squad for IPL 2025. Even though they will miss KL Rahul in the first two matches, they still have several talented players who can step up. The team management will have to decide who will replace Rahul during these matches. It will be interesting to see how the team performs in his absence.
Rahul’s return after the birth of his child will bring more strength to the team. His experience and batting skills will help Delhi Capitals in their journey to win the IPL trophy.
Conclusion
KL Rahul is expected to miss the first two matches of IPL 2025 as he is preparing to welcome his first child with Athiya Shetty. Delhi Capitals bought him for Rs 14 crore, and he is expected to play an important role in the team. His absence will be a challenge for the team, but they have strong players who can take charge in the initial matches. Once Rahul returns, Delhi Capitals will become even stronger in the tournament. Fans are eagerly waiting to see him back in action and playing for his new team in IPL 2025.