KL Rahul and Ben Stokes for the Red Bull Challenge [Source: Red Bull/YT.com]
In a thrilling prelude to the highly anticipated India vs England Test series this summer, cricket stars KL Rahul and Ben Stokes went head-to-head in an exhilarating escape room challenge organized by Red Bull.
The event, titled ‘World’s Best Cricketers Vs Impossible Batting Challenge,’ was filmed for a special YouTube video that showcased the two elite batters navigating a series of intricate puzzles and physical hurdles designed to test their mental agility and teamwork.
KL Rahul, Ben Stokes Hit Bullseye With The Bat!
The challenge saw Rahul and Ben Stokes excelling through multiple escape rooms filled with tricky clues and timed obstacles. The first challenge even saw KL Rahul batting on the top of a truck and Stokes in the middle of a lake.
However, the highlight was the final boss battle, a high-pressure task requiring them to hit a sequence of moving targets with precision.
KL Rahul and Ben Stokes hit the targets [Source: @Yvlahoti/X.com]
Watch the full YouTube video here.
Both players demonstrated remarkable hand-eye coordination and composure under pressure, mirroring the skills that make them match-winners on the cricket field. The friendly rivalry and camaraderie between the two added a fun and engaging dimension to the challenge, delighting fans worldwide.
Rahul, Stokes Ready To Face Each Other
This unique Red Bull event comes just weeks before the five-match Test series between India and England, scheduled from June 20 to August 4, 2025. The series promises intense competition across iconic venues including Headingley, Edgbaston, Lord’s, Old Trafford, and The Oval.
After India’s dominant 4-1 home series win in 2024, both teams are eager to assert their supremacy on English soil, with new leadership and emerging talents adding fresh intrigue to this storied rivalry.
With KL Rahul and Ben Stokes showcasing their skills off the pitch in this entertaining challenge, fans have a glimpse of the fierce yet respectful competition that awaits in the upcoming Test series.