KL Rahul Comments on Match-Winning Knock Against RCB: “This is My Home”

The RCB vs DC match in IPL 2025 was drama-filled, with collapses and an individual heroics-led chase led by none other than KL Rahul, yet again showing his dominance over his former franchise. With a match-winning 93* off 53 balls, Rahul led Delhi Capitals to a six-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bangalore at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

KL Rahul’s words in the press conference attested to his affinity with the ground and indicated the tactful capability that went into fabricating a marvelous win.

KL Rahul Remarks: “This is My Home”

KL Rahul, speaking after his all-important contribution to his team’s win, explained how at home he is in the Chinnaswamy conditions: “This is my home, this is my ground. I know this better than anyone else,” Rahul said.”Being able to survive for 20 overs was genuinely what pushed me along.

I began to get a feel for how the pitch was playing and what the batsmen to come were looking to do. It was even — not two-paced — and that allowed me to construct my shots.” Rahul scored a blistering 93* runs off just 53 balls, hitting 7 fours and 6 sixes, while Delhi was batting at just 30/3. But it was Rahul’s feel for the ground and his ability to tame his aggression that turned the match around.

Delhi Bowlers Set the Tone With a Strong Comeback

Before Rahul’s heroics, it was Delhi’s bowling unit that stifled RCB’s explosive start. After winning the toss and choosing to field, DC was put under pressure early on as Phil Salt blazed away with 37 off just 17 balls, including 30 runs in a single over off Mitchell Starc.

But after Salt got exhausted after a communication breakdown with Virat Kohli, RCB folded under disciplined bowling by DC. Here’s the performance of the bowlers:

– Vipraaj Nigam: 4 overs, 2/18
– Kuldeep Yadav: 4 overs, 2/17
– Mohit Sharma: 2 overs, 1/10

The turning point was when Virat Kohli (22 off 14) got out soon after the powerplay, attempting to raise the ante against Nigam. Thereafter, wickets began falling at frequent intervals, among them Jitesh Sharma, Rajat Patidar, and Krunal Pandya, reducing RCB to 163/7.

KL Rahul and Tristan Stubbs Power DC to Victory

Chase of 164, DC was in deep trouble at 30/3, and soon after, lost skipper Axar Patel as well. But just when it seemed that things were going to go in RCB’s favor, KL Rahul stood firm, guiding the innings and taking the pressure on his shoulders in a calm and composed fashion.

He was ably supported by Tristan Stubbs, who smashed a whirlwind 38* off 23 balls, combining to record a 111-run partnership that broke RCB’s resistance.

– Rahul’s Stats: 93* (53), 7 fours, 6 sixes
– Stubbs’ Stats: 38*(23), 4 fours, 1 six
– Chase Completed: 17.5 overs, 6 wickets in hand

Their nerves of steel under pressure helped DC win their fourth successive match in IPL 2025, maintaining their unbeaten streak.

KL Rahul’s Dominance Over RCB Continues

With this blow, KL Rahul continued his fine record against Royal Challengers Bangalore. He now has scored 741 runs in 17 matches against RCB, keeping a score way beyond 50 on average — all the more in support of his contribution against the Bengaluru-based team.

KL Rahul Comments Reflect Experience and Mastery

The KL Rahul comments post-match were not merely a sign of confidence, but also the quality of experience and tactical sense that he contributes to the team. His innings — a mix of calmness, aggression, and awareness of the pitch — was a textbook answer on how to manage a T20 innings under pressure.

While Delhi Capitals press on in IPL 2025, Rahul’s bat at the crease is still their best ally — particularly when it matters.

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