'RCB ka captain, KL Rahul': Bengaluru Crowd Goes Wild as KL Rahul Enters the Field - WATCH

KL Rahul may be the captain of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the IPL , but it seems Bengaluru fans have not given up on the dream of seeing him lead their beloved Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) franchise. During Day 3 of the ongoing Duleep Trophy 2024 match between India A and India B at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, a heartwarming moment unfolded as KL Rahul stepped onto the field for a warm-up session.

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Bengaluru crowd goes berserk for KL Rahul

As soon as the local boy, KL Rahul , emerged from the dressing room, a section of the crowd erupted in loud chants of "RCB ka captain, KL Rahul." The moment, captured on video, has since gone viral across social media platforms, with fans from all over sharing the clip and reminiscing about Rahul’s connection with Bengaluru.

Though KL Rahul currently leads LSG in the IPL , his roots run deep in Karnataka, and his connection with RCB fans is undeniable. The chants calling for him to captain RCB seem to reflect a lingering hope among fans that Rahul, who started his IPL journey with RCB, might one day return to lead the franchise in front of his home crowd.

KL Rahul ’s presence in the Duleep Trophy match has already been a focal point, as he works on his form and fitness ahead of upcoming international assignments. Representing India A in the match, Rahul has shown glimpses of his class, although he hasn't managed to convert his start into a big score.

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Despite this, the Bengaluru crowd’s enthusiastic reception seemed to lift spirits on what was otherwise a challenging day for India A, who found themselves struggling against a determined India B side. While it remains to be seen whether Rahul will ever return to RCB, moments like these highlight the enduring affection that Bengaluru fans have for their homegrown star.