KL Rahul, about whom there were reports that he can make a comeback in the last Test match to be played against England in Dharamsala, now his return there is in danger. Now the news is that Rahul has gone to London. This cannot be said with certainty, but it is believed that Rahul will meet an expert doctor in London regarding his injury. Will take their opinion. If you are thinking that Rahul is in the grip of some new injury then it is not so. He has gone to London for the same injury which he already had and for which he had also undergone surgery last year.
According to the report of Cricbuzz, it is believed that even after the operation, there is some stiffness at the injured area, which is not right considering his dual role of wicketkeeper and batsman in Team India. BCCI and team management do not want to take any risk regarding him. Perhaps this was the reason why he had to be sent to London.
Date of return from London not known, suspense on playing against England
It is also not clear for how long Rahul is going to London. Cricbuzz wrote that they have not received any confirmation from BCCI sources regarding the date by which Rahul will return. In such a situation, there is suspense over his return in the 5th and last match of the Test series against England. It is also being said that BCCI is in no hurry to field Rahul against England because Team India has won this Test series.
Will Rahul play in IPL 2024?
Now as far as his playing in IPL is concerned, BCCI had already said that Rahul is 90 percent fit. In such a situation, he can play in IPL. Based on his performance in the IPL, his selection for the T20 World Cup will also be considered. Rahul is the captain of Lucknow Super Giants in IPL and can be seen batting in the middle order in the coming season. Till last season he was opening for this team.