KL Rahul is set to miss the first few matches for Delhi Capitals in the upcoming IPL 2025 season, which is scheduled to begin on March 22. The India wicketkeeper-batter recently helped his team win the Champions Trophy 2025 final against New Zealand. Despite facing competition from Rishabh Pant, Rahul was a consistent performer throughout the tournament and showcased improved wicketkeeping skills.
Reports suggest that Rahul is expecting his first child with wife Athiya Shetty in the summer of 2025, which will lead to his absence from one or two IPL matches. Rahul’s impressive performances in the Champions Trophy, where he scored crucial runs and played a key role as a finisher, led to his selection as Delhi Capitals’ most expensive purchase in the IPL 2025 auction.
Delhi Capitals also acquired other notable players like Mitchell Starc, T Natarajan, and Faf du Plessis. It is rumored that Rahul may also become the team’s new captain following the release of Rishabh Pant. Athiya Shetty, Rahul’s wife, is a Bollywood actress known for her roles in films like Hero and Mubakaran.
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