IPL 2025: KL Rahul Returns for Delhi Capitals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
By Gurlal Singh
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Posted: June 23, 2025
Last updated: June 23, 2025
KL Rahul is set to make a much-anticipated return for the Delhi Capitals in their upcoming match against Sunrisers Hyderabad, a mere six days following the birth of his first child. The game is scheduled to take place at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam, on a pitch that is known to favor spin bowlers.
KL Rahul’s early return is notable as it was initially expected that he would miss 3-4 games. However, it now seems likely that he will participate in all the remaining matches of IPL 2025. Rahul and his wife, actress Athiya Shetty, recently welcomed a baby girl, a joyous occasion they announced on Instagram. The Delhi Capitals squad has been celebrating this personal milestone along with their narrow 1-wicket win against Lucknow Super Giants.
In anticipation of Rahul’s return, he is likely to join the Delhi Capitals camp before March 30. Despite the recent struggles of DC’s top-order batsmen, falling to 65/5 chasing a target of 210 in their last game, the team managed to secure a victory largely thanks to the efforts of emerging players Vipraj Nigam and Ashutosh Sharma. These players were instrumental in turning the match in DC’s favor.
The upcoming match will pose a significant challenge for the Delhi Capitals. Sunrisers Hyderabad, led by Pat Cummins, boasts a strong lineup in both batting and bowling departments. With the conditions in Visakhapatnam favoring spin, team strategies will likely focus on capitalizing on this aspect, which could impact player selections and on-field tactics.
In summary, KL Rahul’s return not only boosts the morale of Delhi Capitals with his leadership and batting prowess but also comes at a crucial juncture in the IPL 2025 season. The Delhi squad, now reinforced, is expected to leverage this strength against a formidable Sunrisers Hyderabad team.
