SL vs IND [WATCH]: KL Rahul hilariously asks about the IPL rule query to Rohit Sharma during first ODI

In a light-hearted moment during the 14th over of the first ODI between India and Sri Lanka, KL Rahul’s humorous query about the rules of the IPL went viral. The incident occurred during a wide delivery from Shivam Dube to Pathum Nissanka, which was angled down the leg side. Nissanka missed the glance, and the ball flicked off the thigh pad. The umpire gave the ball wide.

KL Rahul’s hilarious query 

As the team debated the decision, KL Rahul cheekily asked captain Rohit Sharma, “IPL wala rule hai kya?” (Is the IPL rule applicable here?),” Refer to the IPL rule, which allows reviews on wide decisions. In the IPL, players have the option to review wide calls, but this rule does not extend to international cricket.

Rohit was initially puzzled by Rahul’s question. It was only when Virat Kohli stepped in and clarified, “IPL mai wide bach jata hai na, issi liye bol raha hai vo, (In the IPL, we can review a wide, which is why he’s asking),” that the context became clear.

Here is the video:

KL Rahul literally asked Rohit is there IPL rule to challenge Wide ball 😂😂#SLvIND #KLRahul #RohitSharma pic.twitter.com/dqPWCcmRro

— Ram Kumar Yadav (@RamKuma08923019) August 2, 2024

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Rahul’s return to the 50-over format

Rahul, who last played an ODI against South Africa in December 2023, has been in remarkable form recently. During the ODI World Cup 2023, Rahul scored 452 runs in 11 matches, including one century and two half-centuries, with a strike rate of 90.76 and an average of 75.33. His recent performances have been instrumental in India’s success, adding further amusement to his light-hearted query about the IPL rules.

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