KL Rahul was absent from Delhi Capitals’ playing XI in their IPL 2025 opener against Lucknow Super Giants due to personal reasons. The Indian cricketer is expecting his first child and is expected to rejoin the squad for their next game on March 30. Although Axar did not mention KL Rahul’s absence, reports suggest that Rahul missed the game due to personal reasons. Post navigation ‘I won’t play for myself …’: Yohanan recalls Sanju Samson’s selflessness ‘Batting first, batting first’: Pant teases Axar as DC opt to bowl vs LSG – Watch