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'The safest bank in every season': Pathan praises KL Rahul's consistency ahead of IPL 2026

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'The Safest Bank In Every Season': Pathan Praises KL Rahul's Consistency Ahead Of IPL 2026

By IANS News March 27, 2026 • 14:30 PM View: 248

Former Lucknow Super Giants: Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has lauded wicketkeeper batter KL Rahul for his consistency in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and termed him as the safest bank for any franchise.

Rahul has proved to be the most consistent performer in the tournament's history. He has crossed the 500-run mark in 7 of the last eight IPL seasons.

Rahul, who scored 539 runs for Delhi Capitals, is set to open the innings for the team in the upcoming season.

TAGS KL Rahul Former Indian Irfan Pathan Indian Premier League Delhi Capitals Royal Challengers Bengaluru Punjab Kings Former Lucknow Super Giants Prithvi Shaw Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Vijay Hazare Trophy Ekana Stadium

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