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The Indian Premier League (IPL) is gearing up for a potential shakeup in its roster as reports suggest KL Rahul could be on his way out of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) before the 2025 season. This development follows a period of rumored tension between Rahul and the franchise, with a video surfacing earlier this year showing LSG owner Sanjeev Goenka engaging in a heated discussion with the captain. Though both parties downplayed the incident, it appears to have significantly impacted their relationship.
Rahul, who has been LSG's captain since their inaugural season in 2022, led the team to back-to-back playoff appearances. However, the team's performance in the 2024 season fell short of expectations, with LSG finishing a disappointing seventh in the points table. This underwhelming performance may have further fueled the rumors of a possible parting of ways between Rahul and the franchise.
Speculation is rife that the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) may be interested in bringing their former opening batsman back into the fold. Rahul began his IPL journey with RCB in 2013 and has strong ties to the franchise, having represented Karnataka in domestic cricket. With the current RCB captain, Faf du Plessis, nearing the end of his career at 40 years old, the franchise might be looking for a new long-term captain to lead the team into the future. Rahul's potential arrival would not only provide RCB with a seasoned opening batsman but also fill a crucial leadership role and free up an overseas player slot.
The upcoming mega-auction, where teams can make significant changes to their squads, will be a crucial moment for both LSG and RCB. LSG will have to decide whether to retain Rahul, while RCB will need to strategize their moves to secure his signature. This potential transfer could have a significant impact on the IPL landscape, as two of the league's most popular and successful teams prepare for a new chapter.
Source: KL Rahul Likely to Part Ways With LSG Before IPL 2025: Report