IPL 2022 Auctions: KL Rahul to make big headlines- Punjab Kings captain KL Rahul is likely to part with the franchise after another dismal performance of the franchise under his leadership. However, his personal records make him the favourites and numerous franchises would give him another chance on the leadership front. His promotion as India vice-captaincy will add to his brand value when he is exposed in the IPL 2022 auctions. IPL 2022 new teams Ahmedabad and Lucknow as well as Rajasthan Royals could bid for a record-breaking amount to buy KL Rahul. Follow IPL 2022 live updates on InsideSport
IPL 2022 Auctions: ‘Captain’ KL Rahul likely to be on the radar of these 3 IPL franchises- check out
IPL 2022 Auctions: Ahmedabad & Lucknow- KL Rahul
- Newly-bought IPL franchises Ahmedabad and Lucknow can buy KL Rahul and build a team around him.
- The two teams are expected to go all guns blazing at him in IPL auctions. Cricketer-turned-commentator Aakash Chopra has even predicted that KL Rahul might fetch Rs 20 crore+ (if allowed) during the IPL 2022 auctions.
- KL Rahul will not only be a swashbuckling opener but also be a leading choice for these IPL franchises.
- He amassed 659, 593, 670 and 626 runs respectively in the last 4 IPL seasons.
- KL Rahul has experience of leading in 27 IPL matches with a win percentage of 44.44 per cent. The stats are likely to improve in his favour.
- He could even be on the list of special retentions for Lucknow or Ahmedabad outside of auctions after the 8 teams confirm their final retentions.
IPL 2022 Auctions: Rajasthan Royals- KL Rahul
- With reports of Sanju Samson leaving the club, KL Rahul could be one of the captain choices that Rajasthan Royals could be vying for IPL 2022.
- RR are yet to lift an IPL trophy after the inaugural season of IPL. They spent a record Rs 16.25 crore on Chris Morris but he disappointed last season. It still speaks volumes that RR could go to any extent to buy KL Rahul.
- Sanju Samson couldn’t change their fortunes and reportedly have left the club.
- KL Rahul along with key retentions like Ben Stokes, Jofra Archer, among others could work in their favour.
- KL Rahul total IPL salary: Rs 48.1 crore
| Year | Team | Salary |
| 2021 | Punjab Kings | ₹ 110,000,000 |
| 2020 (Retain) | Punjab Kings | ₹ 110,000,000 |
| 2019 (Retain) | Punjab Kings | ₹ 110,000,000 |
| 2018 | Kings XI Punjab | ₹ 110,000,000 |
| 2017 (Injured) | Royal Challengers Bangalore | ₹ 10,000,000 |
| 2016 (Transfer) | Royal Challengers Bangalore | ₹ 10,000,000 |
| 2015 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | ₹ 10,000,000 |
| 2014 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | ₹ 10,000,000 |
| 2013 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | ₹ 1,000,000 |
| Total | ₹ 481,000,000 | |
IPL 2022 Auctions: ‘Captain’ KL Rahul likely to be on radar of these 3 IPL franchises- check out
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