KL Rahul IPL Price

KL Rahul IPL Price [Source: @ImTanujSingh/X.com]

KL Rahul is India's one of the most versatile cricketers, who gained popularity with his classy batting, quick wicketkeeping, and leadership acumen. Introduced to international cricket in 2014, he has become a consistent player for all formats of the game.

Even after enduring injuries and loss of form, Rahul has never failed to return, displaying his resilience.

Apart from his meteoric rise in international cricket, Rahul has been equally efficient and impactful in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

His consistency and talent have often affected his market value as the batter has seen only upgrades in his IPL contract in the last few years.

KL Rahul’s IPL Auction Price

KL Rahul’s IPL Auction Price [Source: @Kunal_KLR/X.com]

Rahul’s Latest IPL Price

In the lead-up to the IPL 2025 season, the mega auction spotlight was firmly on KL Rahul as he was released by Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) into the auction pool. Despite leading the team for three seasons, Rahul was shown the exit doors. 

Rahul went under the hammer for a base price of INR 2 crore. His consistent performances over the years turned him into one of the most sought-after players in the auction. 

Besides that, the bidding was intense with franchises like Delhi Capitals, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and others competing to buy him. But Delhi Capitals (DC) had the last laugh and won, landing his services at a whopping INR 14 crore final bid.

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KL Rahul’s Salary From Delhi Capitals

KL Rahul’s Salary From Delhi Capitals [Source: @ABXD_DC/X.com]

Contract Details With DC

KL Rahul was signed by Delhi Capitals for INR 14 crore during the IPL 2025 mega auction. This was after his release by the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), where he was getting INR 17 crore annually from 2022 to 2024.

With DC, Rahul has experienced a considerable drop in his contract price. Nevertheless, he will bear big burdens for DC in IPL 2025. He has been signed for a period of three years where he will guide Delhi and also play the role of wicket-keeper batter.

Comparison Of Rahul’s Salary Over The Years

KL Rahul’s IPL salary has seen a steep jump since his debut in 2013. He started his IPL journey with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in 2013, earning a modest INR 10 lakh. In 2014, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) bought him for INR 1 crore, and he returned to RCB for the same amount in 2016.

His actual breakthrough, however, happened in 2018 when he was bought by Punjab Kings (PBKS) for INR 11 crore, which brought him among the highest-paid Indians. In 2022, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) signed him for a massive INR 17 crore, the joint-highest salary at the time.

However, after LSG released him prior to the 2025 auction, Delhi Capitals (DC) signed him for INR 14 crore. Even if his salary came down a bit, he remains one of the best-paid in the IPL, showing how steady he has been in the league.

KL Rahul’s Value As A Key Player For DC

KL Rahul adds significant value to Delhi Capitals (DC) as potential captain and leading wicket-keeper batter. Possessing a track record of consistent scoring, Rahul adds solidity to DC's batting order. Rahul is versatile in his batting position. 

Rahul can open the innings or even play at no.5 as per the team’s needs, which gives Delhi the cushion to adjust their combination. DC’s INR 14 crore investment reflects their trust in his match-winning abilities, and if he stays injury-free, he could be the driving force behind their title aspirations.

FAQs About KL Rahul IPL Price

Q.1 Who purchased KL Rahul in IPL 2025?

Answer: Delhi Capitals bought KL Rahul during the IPL 2025 mega auction for INR 14 crore. Rahul was a marquee player and his price at the auction table was high. But the Capitals outbid everyone else to acquire Rahul's services.

Q.2 What is the highest score of KL Rahul in IPL?

Answer: KL Rahul's highest score in the IPL is 132 off 69 balls, which he scored for Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings) against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2020. His explosive knock included 14 fours and 7 sixes, making it one of the finest individual innings in IPL history.

Q.3 How rich is KL Rahul?

Answer: KL Rahul reportedly has a net worth of over INR 100 crore which is approximately $12 million. He earns an annual salary from BCCI, his IPL team and a major chunk of his earnings comes from commercial endorsements.

Q.4 How many six KL Rahul are in IPL?

Answer: KL Rahul has hit as many as 187 sixes in his IPL career. In 132 games, he has amassed 4683 runs with a 45.46 average.

Q.5 Is KL Rahul sold in IPL?

Answer: Yes, KL Rahul was sold to Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025 mega auction. He entered the pool with a base price of INR 2 crore before his bidding war escalated to INR 14 crore.

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