Overview

• Multiple outlets reported on July 31 that KKR opened trade discussions with Delhi Capitals to acquire KL Rahul for IPL 2026.
• Rahul topped DC’s IPL 2025 batting with 539 runs after being bought for ₹14 crore in the last auction.
• KKR has not confirmed any agreement; it must offer assets that match DC’s requirements to secure Rahul.
• The franchise released head coach Chandrakant Pandit and bowling coach Bharat Arun after finishing eighth with five wins in IPL 2025.
• KKR envisions Rahul serving as captain and wicketkeeper to address its leadership void and absence of an Indian gloveman.