Top 3 Reasons Why RCB Should Target KL Rahul in the IPL 2025 Mega Auction

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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction is just around the corner, and one local Indian player who will be in high demand is the wicket-keeper batsman KL Rahul.

KL Rahul, who is rumoured to be released from Lucknow Super Giants, will be up for grabs in the IPL 2025 mega auction. One team that is likely to pursue him is his home team, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB).

KL Rahul’s popularity was evident during the Duleep Trophy 2024, which took place at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, RCB’s home ground. When he entered the stadium, there was a huge roar and chants for him.

But beyond the fanfare, this article will discuss the top three reasons why RCB should target KL Rahul in the IPL 2025 mega auction:

1. A Future Captain for RCB

In IPL 2022, RCB acquired the services of Faf du Plessis and appointed him as the team’s captain. Since then, he has been leading the team, but there is no doubt that RCB is looking for a suitable candidate to succeed him. It would be ideal if the new captain is an Indian, and KL Rahul might just be the perfect fit for that role.

2. Perfect Fit for the Opening Slot

If RCB decides to part ways with their captain, Faf du Plessis, the opening slot will be up for grabs. KL Rahul could fill this spot, though there is a slight concern. His potential opening partner, Virat Kohli, has a similar batting approach in the T20 format.

To address this, the management might consider pairing the naturally aggressive opener, Will Jacks, with either Virat Kohli or KL Rahul. Whoever doesn’t open could then move to the number three position.

3. Filling the Wicket-Keeper Void

RCB legend Dinesh Karthik hung up his boots from the IPL and all formats of cricket after the 2024 season. With this, the wicket-keeper batsman position is now open, and there could be no better option than KL Rahul.

KL Rahul’s wicket-keeping was a major topic of discussion during the ODI World Cup 2023, and he is widely regarded as one of the best wicket-keeper batsmen in India. This makes him an ideal candidate for RCB to target in the auction.

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