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KL Rahul could leave Delhi Capitals for Kolkata Knight Riders before IPL 2027, following Rishabh Pant's return to DC, which squeezed his keeping role. The buzz started with a single Sports Tak report, so treat it as speculation, not fact.

DC now has two international keepers in Pant and Rahul, but only one gloves job. Pant took a ₹12 crore pay cut to come back, making it unlikely he'd bat without the gloves, leaving Rahul as the odd man out. Reports also hint at a clash between Rahul and DC management during IPL 2026, though neither franchise has confirmed anything.

KKR's interest makes sense this time. They lost captain Ajinkya Rahane to retirement and finished seventh in 2026 with a shaky top order. Rahul offers captaincy experience, opening stability, and wicketkeeping, freeing up an overseas slot. Head coach Abhishek Nayar shares a strong rapport with Rahul, which could ease his integration. KKR has chased him twice before without success, but the need is more urgent now.

The trade window stays open until December 2026. Until DC agrees to a deal and KKR names a return package, this remains a rumor worth watching, not a done deal.