Look: “This is my foundation” – KL Rahul’s fiery celebration cap DC’s dominant victory over RCB
Thrilling IPL 2025 M. Chinnaswamy Stadium showdown, Delhi Capitals (DC) They continued their undefeated streak and ordered a six-wicket victory Royal Challenger Bengaluru (RCB). The night was from a local boy. KL was satisfiedthat undefeated 93 53 balls and an emotional celebration stole the spotlight, causing fans to burn social media with lively buzz.
Homecoming to remember KL Rahul
For Rahul, a local youth, the match was more than just another game. It was my return home. The 32-year-old wicketkeeper batter, who made his IPL debut with the RCB from 2013 to 2016 and later returned as a key player in other franchises, cited points to prove against his former team. His stunning innings led DC to chase RCB’s 164 target with 13 balls, winning the fourth straight season.
Rahul’s knock was a fusion of calm and aggressiveness. Walking in a volatile 10/2, he survived early pressure and survived a fall in catch by the RCB captain Rajat Patidarand gradually shifted the gears. His undefeated 93 included Seven for Four and Sixth, with a 22-run attack from Josh Hezlewood on the 16th, and he tilted the game firmly in court by DC.
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Rahul’s offensive celebration after victory
When Rahul sealed his victory in the towering 6-off Yash Dayal On the 18th, the Chinnaswamy crowd witnessed a rare glimpse into his raw emotions. Removed his helmet, he slapped his chest, pointed to the ground, and reportedly cried out. “This is my basis!” Gestures, bold declarations of his connection with the venue, and sparked a viral moment online.
Here’s the video:
A local boy. A big stage. A statement has been prepared.
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Even in the post-match presentation where he was selected as a player for the match, Rahul talks about his connection with Chinnaswamy Stadium, calling it his ground, and he knows it better than anyone else.
“I know this ground better than anyone else. It’s my home. Wicketkeeping gave me a sense of how the pitch was played. Rahul said.
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