"I'm most comfortable batting in...": KL Rahul

KL Rahul has been consistently performing irrespective of his position in the batting lineup But he stated that he would be comfortable coming to bat in the top orderKL Rahul who bats at number five was pushed down a position in the Champions Trophy 2025 Coming to bat at number six the righthander garnered 174 runs in five inningsHe tasted success which was a reflection of his preparedness and dedication to keep working on his gameI have grown up playing in the top order From my first competitive match in Mangalore at the age of 11 to my early days playing for India and for most of my career I have been a toporder batter It is the position I am most comfortable in and the one that feels most natural to me KL Rahul saidThat said when you play a team sport you dont always get to choose what you want You have to be flexible and willing to adapt to the teams needs Over the years Ive learned to embrace that and give my best in whichever role Im assigned he added during an interaction with JioHotstarPreviously KL Rahul who led Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants has reportedly rejected the opportunity to lead Delhi Capitals in the upcoming IPL 2025Also ReadWPL 2025 MI vs GG Road to the finalsSpeaking about the IPL auction he said it can significantly impact a players future in the gameHaving been a captain for the last three seasons I have been actively involved in the process of building a team I understand the kind of pressure franchises face when assembling a squadBut from a players perspective its even tougher because your career is at stake The auction can shape a players future or present unexpected challengesI was definitely nervous even a little anxious during the last auction But at the same time I knew this was the right step for my career There was excitement too though it didnt last very long because reality sets in quicklyIf not KL Rahul allrounder Axar Patel would likely wear the captaincy hat of Delhi Capitals in the IPL 2025After a forgettable season at LSG last year Rahul is looking for a fresh start at the CapitalsIm really happy to be joining Delhi Capitals Parth Jindal the teams owner is a close friend and we have spent a lot of time outside of cricket discussing various thingsI know how passionate he is about the sport and Im thrilled to be a part of this team We have a strong squad and Im looking forward to the season ahead This will be a new experience for me joining a new franchise possibly my fourth or fifth team in the IPL I feel both excited and a little nervousEvery time you step into a new team environment a lot of thoughts cross your mind how the players will be how the owners run the team how the fans will respond all of that So its a mix of emotions he addedDC have never won the IPL but Rahul is optimistic of putting up a good show with a solid teamLooking at the squad and how the management has built the team it looks like a wellbalanced side with most areas covered Theres a great combination of experienced players and young talent and Im excited to play alongside some incredibly skilled youngsters and learn from them as wellWith players like Mitchell Starc Axar Patel Kuldeep Yadav many of whom I have played with before we have a solid squad I cant wait for the IPL to beginKL Rahul who has been batting with an impressive average stayed unbeaten on 34 runs in the Champions Trophy 2025 final against New Zealand With this he marked his solid comeback in the international circuitThe journey has been filled with challenges iquest there have been highs and lows and I have experienced everything an athlete possibly can But looking back it has been a beautiful ride and I wouldnt want it any other wayNow I am excited for the next 10 years of my career I want to build on everything I have learned in my first decade apply that experience and continue evolving My focus is on improving every day growing as a player and winning more matches for my team he addedWith PTI Inputs