Overview
- In a Humans of Bombay interview, Rahul described constant meetings, post-match reviews and repeated questioning from franchise owners as the most taxing parts of the role.
- He contrasted the IPL with the national setup, noting he is answerable to coaches and selectors who understand cricket’s nuances in the international environment.
- Rahul declined the captaincy at Delhi Capitals in 2025, played under Axar Patel as a specialist batter and finished with 539 runs at roughly a 150 strike rate.
- His remarks revived context from 2024, when a televised on-field exchange with Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka preceded his departure and non-retention ahead of the 2025 mega auction.
- Public reaction was mixed, with some praising his candour about leadership strain and others defending owners’ right to ask questions, while no official response from the league or franchises was reported.