About KL Rahul
KL Rahul is an Indian wicketkeeper-batter who plays for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026. DC retained him for ₹14 crore.
His IPL pay has moved from ₹1 crore in 2014 (Sunrisers Hyderabad) to ₹14 crore in 2026. Across the seasons listed below, his IPL contracts add up to about ₹125 crore.
Since making his IPL debut for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Kolkata Knight Riders on 11 April 2013, he has played 160 IPL matches, scoring 5,828 runs.
Notable Achievements of KL Rahul in IPL
- IPL finalist (2016): played in the final.
- Highest IPL score: 152* off 67 balls against Punjab Kings in 2026.
- IPL hundreds: 6, plus 45 fifties.
- Best batting season: 676 runs in 2020.
- Player of the Match: 17 awards in the IPL.
- 160 IPL matches: one of the most experienced players in the league.
How KL Rahul’s Salary Compares at DC
KL Rahul is the 2nd highest-paid player in the 26-man DC squad, taking about 11.5% of the team’s total player spend. The average DC player earns about ₹4.69 crore in IPL 2026. In 2025 he earned ₹14 crore.