‘It’s not about beating Virat Kohli or Rohit Sharma': Suniel Shetty addresses KL Rahul's record-breaking IPL century

Suniel Shetty spoke about KL Rahul’s achievement during the promotion of his upcoming film, Kesari Veer.

Published on: May 21, 2025, 07:37:06 IST

By Sugandha Rawal

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Actor Suniel Shetty is proud of his son-in-law and cricketer KL Rahul for scripting a new history in IPL. Praising him for his feat, Suniel pointed out that for KL Rahul, this achievement is about his commitment to the game, rather than comparing himself to others like Virat Kohli. Also read: Suniel Shetty and daughter Athiya Shetty shower love on KL Rahul as he scripts history in IPL: ‘A storm in disguise’

Suniel Shetty is impressed with KL Rahul's dedication towards cricket.

Suniel on KL Rahul

Recently, KL Rahul scripted history in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The Delhi Capitals (DC) batter became the first ever player in the history of IPL to smash a century for at least three different franchises. Suniel spoke about Rahul’s achievement during the promotion of his upcoming film, Kesari Veer. In a video, posted by ANI on Instagram, Suniel is seen applauding KL Rahul and his dedication towards cricket.

Suniel said, “The only thing I know about KL Rahul is that he wants to play for the country, come what may. He wants to play all formats, whether it’s No. 1, No. 5, No. 8, No. 9, No. 10, or No. 11. He just wants to be a part of Team India, and that’s his biggest high".

He added, “He admires Virat a lot. They’re very good friends. So, I don’t think he would be happy just because he’s broken Virat Kohli’s record. He’ll be happy because he’s done well. For him, it’s not about beating Virat or Rohit (Rohit Sharma)—it’s about doing well and taking the team home. That’s all that matters.”

About KL Rahul’s milestone

KL Rahul scored his fifth IPL century in his side's game against Gujarat Titans (GT) at Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday. Earlier, he had scored two centuries each during his stints with Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).

Suniel Shetty’s upcoming film

Suniel will next be seen in the film Kesari Veer. The historical action film is directed by Prince Dhiman and also stars Sooraj Pancholi in his comeback role, along with Vivek Oberoi, Barkha Bisht, Aruna Irani, and Akanksha Sharma in key roles. The film is scheduled to release in cinemas on May 23.

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Sugandha Rawal
Sugandha Rawal has been writing about entertainment and lifestyle for over 13 years, and if there's one thing that's kept her going, it's a genuine love for storytelling. She completed her graduation in Journalism from the University of Delhi and went on to earn her Master of Media from IP University. Beginning her career in the fast-paced environment of news wire reporting, she learned the art of accuracy, speed, and storytelling under pressure. She later expanded her horizons in print journalism, where she honed her feature-writing skills and developed a keen eye for detail and narrative depth. These days, she's firmly rooted in digital journalism, adapting and evolving with a media landscape that never sits still. Over the years, Sugandha has covered everything from Bollywood and celebrity culture to wellness trends and lifestyle shifts. She enjoys spotting the drama behind headlines, the emotion behind interviews, and the details that others might miss. When she is not chasing the latest entertainment update or lifestyle trend, you will find her observing the cultural shifts that shape the stories we consume every day.Read More

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