New Delhi: Celebrated Indian cricketer KL Rahul turned 33 on April 18, and the cricketing world joined in to wish one of the game’s most stylish and consistent performers. As Rahul continues his stellar run in IPL 2025, now representing the Delhi Capitals for the first time, his new franchise marked the special day with a touching post that captured his journey from a promising youngster to a cricketing icon.
Taking to the platform X (formerly Twitter), Delhi Capitals shared a nostalgic video montage of Rahul’s cricketing milestones, captioned:
“Journey of a lil boy who became the KL we love”.
The tribute quickly resonated with fans, highlighting not just his recent IPL form but also his evolution as a key player in India’s international lineup.
KL Rahul’s International Journey: A Record-Setting Run
Rahul’s importance to Indian cricket—especially in the ODI format—has only grown over the years. During the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, he amassed 452 runs at a phenomenal average of 75.33, including a century and two fifties. Notably, he also broke Rahul Dravid’s long-standing record by registering 17 wicketkeeping dismissals, the most by an Indian in a single World Cup edition.
Earlier in 2025, Rahul played a pivotal role in India’s ICC Champions Trophy win, scoring 140 runs in just four innings at a mind-blowing average of 140. His ability to perform under pressure and anchor innings in challenging situations has cemented his status as one of India’s most reliable middle-order batters and a dependable wicketkeeper.
Viral Moment: KL Rahul Recreates ‘Kantara’ Scene in Bengaluru
In a lighter moment this IPL season, a video of Rahul recreating an iconic scene from Rishab Shetty’s ‘Kantara’ at a match in Bengaluru went viral. His fiery declaration—“This ground is mine”—captured the passion with which he approaches every game, particularly in his home state of Karnataka.
Strong Start with Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025
After being acquired by Delhi Capitals for a whopping ₹17 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction, KL Rahul has quickly proved his worth. In five matches so far, he has scored 238 runs at an average of 59.50, delivering match-winning performances and leading from the front. His calm presence, both with the bat and behind the stumps, has been crucial to Delhi’s campaign this season.
As KL Rahul celebrates his birthday in the midst of a resurgent IPL season, fans and teammates alike continue to rally around a player whose journey is far from over—and whose best may still be yet to come.
