Delhi Capitals’ KL Rahul expressed his delight at surpassing MS Dhoni on the IPL’s all-time run-scorers list but emphasized that his ultimate goal is to win five IPL trophies like the CSK captain. During a match against Punjab Kings, Rahul scored an unbeaten 152, moving ahead of Dhoni and Suresh Raina to become the fifth highest run-getter in IPL history.
Rahul acknowledged the significance of personal achievements in a long cricket career but stressed the importance of team success in the sport. He highlighted his ambition to contribute to winning teams and secure IPL trophies, stating that individual milestones validate his hard work but winning titles is his primary focus. Rahul shared his aspirations on JioStar’s ‘Superstars’ show, expressing his desire to achieve the same level of success as Dhoni in terms of IPL trophies.
Reflecting on his performances at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Rahul revealed his emotional connection to the venue where he has consistently excelled, particularly against Royal Challengers Bangalore. Despite not identifying a specific mental approach against RCB, he attributed his success at the stadium to a psychological connection rooted in childhood memories and the positive energy he feels there. Rahul highlighted the importance of challenging himself against strong opponents like RCB to bring out his best performance.
