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Fatherhood Transformed My Cricket: KL Rahul Reveals New Perspective

KL Rahul has credited fatherhood for bringing a renewed sense of calmness and perspective to both his life and cricket. He says fatherhood has transformed his outlook, helping him rediscover joy in the game. Rahul admits that balancing professional commitments with family time has not been easy, but the moments of reunion have become more meaningful. He notes that fatherhood has helped him stop overthinking the game and enjoy it more.

Key Points: Fatherhood Helped My Cricket: KL Rahul

  • Fatherhood brought renewed calmness to KL Rahul's life
  • He says fatherhood helped him rediscover joy in cricket
  • Balancing professional cricket and family time is challenging
  • Rahul no longer overthinks the game, making it exciting again
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'Fatherhood helped my cricket over the last year': KL Rahul

KL Rahul says fatherhood brought calmness and joy to his life and cricket, helping him rediscover the game and stop overthinking.

"When I see her smile, when she gives me a hug and a kiss, everything is forgotten, all my injuries, pain and worries. - KL Rahul"

New Delhi, May 5

KL Rahul has credited fatherhood for bringing a renewed sense of calmness and perspective to both his life and cricket, saying the experience has helped him rediscover joy in his game.

One of Delhi Capitals' most consistent performers this season, Rahul spoke about how becoming a father has transformed his outlook, both on and off the field.

"Fatherhood has been the most beautiful thing for me. I always felt I had calmness and happiness in my life, but I was so wrong. You don't truly know happiness, peace or joy until you hold your baby," Rahul told JioStar.

Calling it the most special phase of his life, the right-hander admitted that balancing professional commitments with family time has not been easy as he said, "This is the most beautiful phase of my life, and I'm enjoying every bit of it. It's hard leaving her behind. I thought it would get easier as she grows up, but I was wrong; it's only getting harder now that she's running and trying to talk."

Rahul revealed that while his daughter has travelled with him for a few games, the demands of the schedule often make it difficult to spend as much time together as he would like.

"She's travelled for a few games, and ideally, I'd love to play, come back to my daughter, spend time with her, and then go out again. But that's not always possible," he said.

However, he added that those moments of reunion have become even more meaningful and have helped him cope with the pressures of professional cricket, noting, "When I see her smile, when she gives me a hug and a kiss, everything is forgotten, all my injuries, pain and worries. That has helped my cricket as well over the last year. I don't overthink the game anymore, which has made it exciting again. When I'm out there for those 4-5 hours, I'm completely switched on, and I just go out, enjoy the game and try to do my best," he mentioned.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
This is so heartwarming to read! KL Rahul has always been a classy player, but now you can see the maturity in his approach. The way he talks about not overthinking the game anymore—that's the key. Fatherhood has clearly given him a new perspective. 🏏👨‍👧
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James A
It's great to see athletes talking about the emotional side of their lives. In India, we often see cricketers as just performers, but they are human too. KL's honesty about missing his daughter and how she helps him forget injuries is refreshing. Well said, KL.
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Aditya G
Honestly, I feel KL has been one of the most underrated batters this IPL. His calmness at the crease is evident now. But I do wish he could spend more time with his family—Indian cricket schedule is brutal! But respect for managing both. 🇮🇳
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Samantha B
This is such a beautiful insight. It's rare to see cricketers speak so vulnerably about parenthood. KL's statement 'You don't truly know happiness until you hold your baby' is so true for so many parents. Wishing him and his family all the best! 🍼
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Rahul R
I appreciate KL's honesty about fatherhood, but I hope he doesn't let it affect his focus on the game. India needs him in the middle order. Still, it's nice to see a softer side of our cricketers. Hope he continues to perform well! 👍

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