Former Mumbai Indians coach and legendary wicketkeeper Mark Boucher has praised Delhi Capitals wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul for his exceptional performance and skills in the ongoing IPL 2025.
Mark Boucher's High Praise for KL Rahul
The former Proteas wicketkeeper-batter described KL Rahul as a "complete package" when it comes to wicketkeeper-batters, noting his standout performances in the competition. He expressed confidence in Rahul’s abilities for the future, saying,
“If you look at the IPL—without comparing him to MS Dhoni, as we are discussing the future—one player who has been impressive with both his keeping and batting is KL Rahul,” Boucher stated during a media interaction on Tuesday.
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Boucher also pointed out that Rahul has a unique ability to read the game well from behind the stumps, which he utilizes when batting. He commented,
“He has played some fantastic innings. The other night, he mentioned that when he keeps wickets, he gathers a lot of information that helps him in his batting. He would be the standout keeper-batter in the IPL,” Boucher added.
KL Rahul's Contribution
KL Rahul has showcased a new version of himself with his current team, demonstrating flexibility by playing anywhere in the batting order. He has scored over 200 runs in the four matches he has played, including match-winning knocks against CSK at Chepauk and RCB at Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Moreover, his contributions behind the stumps have been invaluable for Delhi Capitals. His sharp decision-making has assisted Axar Patel in being more decisive, showcasing his efficiency as a wicketkeeper.
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Interestingly, the last time KL Rahul played for India in the T20I format was in 2022. Since then, India has experimented with Rishabh Pant, Sanju Samson, and Dhruv Jurel. However, given his current form, KL Rahul appears to be the standout and reliable option behind the stumps for the future, as noted by Mark Boucher.
Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals Live
Delhi Capitals and KL Rahul will soon be in action as they face off against Rajasthan Royals in their home stadium in Delhi. The match will begin at 7:30 PM, so don’t miss the live scorecard and live commentary.
