Virat Kohli and KL Rahul. (Source -Twitter/X)
The possibility of KL Rahul making a sensational return to his former team Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) camp for the 2025 IPL season has sent the franchise’s loyal fan base into turmoil.
Rahul, who made his IPL debut for RCB back in 2013 before returning for another successful stint in 2016, has been away from the camp since then, representing Punjab Kings (PBKS) and currently leading Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). However, recent events have reignited calls for the stylish right-hander to come back to his IPL roots.
The trigger of his return was after a heated exchange between Rahul and Lucknow owner Sanjiv Goenka following LSG’s humiliating 10-wicket loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on May 08th in Hyderabad.
This is just pathetic from @LucknowIPL owner
Never saw SRH management with players on the field or even closer to dressing room irrespective of so many bad seasons and still face lot of wrath for getting involved. Just look at this @klrahul leave this shit next year #SRHvsLSG pic.twitter.com/6NlAvHMCjJ
— SRI (@srikant5333) May 8, 2024
Goenka was seen venting his frustration at the captain in full view of the cameras, leading to speculation about Rahul’s future with the franchise. RCB fans pounced on this opportunity, flooding social media by asking the 32-year-old to return to his old franchise in the next edition.
Also read: LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka seen bickering with KL Rahul post SRH drubbing, sends netizens into a frenzy
In the ongoing season under Rahul, LSG have won six out of their 12 games and are sixth on the table. While the skipper has also been the highest run-scorer for his side in this season, scoring 460 runs in 12 games, his strike rate has been under heavy scrutiny.
In his debut season in 2013, the Karnataka batter featured in five games and scored just 20 runs. Before returning in 2016 to score 397 runs, cementing his status as a fan favourite. His aggressive yet elegant batting style perfectly complements RCB’s approach, making him an ideal fit for the team.
Moreover, Rahul’s leadership qualities and experience could prove invaluable for a side that has often faltered in crunch situations despite considering immense talent. His calming influence and tactical acumen could be the missing piece in RCB’s relentless pursuit of their maiden IPL title.
Here is how the fans reacted after KL Rahul’s argument video with Sanjiv Goenka:
KL Rahul didn’t play well yesterday but pathetic bevaviar the owner of LSG .
Kl Rahul represents our country at the highest level and deserves better.
Come to RCB @klrahul. We love you! ❤️pic.twitter.com/c3iwET42dn
— 𝘼𝙮𝙖𝙯 🔥 (@Ayaz56345) May 9, 2024
Kl Rahul saved the humanity in 2016 IPL Final.
Thank you Rahul for ending chokli captaincy career with 0 trophies.
Come to RCB, you deserve better ❤️ pic.twitter.com/21TJ0Fkh8d
— 𝗔𝘆𝘂𝘀𝗵 🇮🇳 (@RofiedAyush) May 9, 2024
Maxi failed every matches
17cr green decent performance
Captain Faf failed to score initial matches
Alzarri Josheph and others 🙏
But RCB owners/manegement never treated their players like this .
KL Rahul come to RCB & be our captain 🙌
pic.twitter.com/Zspq7nFO1A
— Arun (@Single_Boy_AK) May 9, 2024
Money can never buy you cricket sense.
Come to RCB . pic.twitter.com/sbrpR1VJi5
— Dr.Duet🇵🇸 (@Drduet56) May 9, 2024
Come To RCB #KLRahul ❤️
Bring Namma Boy @RCBTweets #LSGvsSRH #RCBvsPBKS #PBKSvsRCB #IPL2024 pic.twitter.com/7bA6npXivX
— RCBIANS OFFICIAL (@RcbianOfficial) May 9, 2024
Come to RCB #KLRahul 😂 pic.twitter.com/WH7HRN05eI
— Rajabets 🇮🇳👑 (@smileagainraja) May 9, 2024
KL Rahul come to RCB man!
Captaincy ✅
Bat at any no. ✅
No pressure ✅
Very Importantly cool owner 🫡 pic.twitter.com/6aLnv7luRZ
— VK (@Vtweets21) May 8, 2024
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