Courtesy: BCCI/IPL

Courtesy: BCCI/IPL

KL Rahul has hit top gear in the 2025 Indian Premier League season, delivering consistent and impactful performances for the Delhi Capitals (DC). In just four matches so far, Rahul has racked up 200 runs at an impressive average of 66.67, coupled with a strike rate of 163.93. His ability to shift gears and play according to the match situation has been key to DC’s campaign. One of his standout innings this season was an unbeaten 93 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, where he expertly guided his team through a tricky chase.

Rahul’s record against the Rajasthan Royals (RR), whom Delhi Capitals (DC) face tonight, further reinforces his reputation as a big-match player. Over 16 matches against RR, Rahul has scored 713 runs at a formidable average of 50.93 and a strike rate of 132.53. He has notched up seven half-centuries, with a highest score of 95*, consistently troubling the Royals’ bowling attack. His tally of 62 fours and 24 sixes in these fixtures highlights his ability to find boundaries with ease and rotate strike effectively.

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Stats

Innings

16

Runs

713

50s

7

100s

0

Highest score

95*

Strike rate

132.53

4s

62

6s

24

DC will look to shrug off last defeat against MI in IPL 2025

As Delhi Capitals prepare to take on the Rajasthan Royals in tonight’s IPL 2025 fixture, the spotlight will be firmly on KL Rahul. His historic performances against RR remain a blueprint for how to dismantle their bowling lineup. The clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium promises to be intense, with both teams looking to gain momentum in the race to the playoffs.

RR, led by Sanju Samson, will be eager to bounce back after a mixed start to the season, while DC will look shrug off their last defeat against MI and get back on winning track. They have already garnered four wins this season and will look to capitalise on that.