Injured Indian star shares pictures from rehabilitation journey after missing out on bulk of India vs England Test series; check here

Star India cricketer KL Rahul is on a path of diligent rehabilitation, aiming for a triumphant return in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Nestled within the supportive environment of the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru, Rahul has been channeling his efforts toward full recovery, following his absence from the final four Tests of the series against England. The anticipation is building as Rahul sets his sights on leading the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the upcoming IPL season.

Through his social media, Rahul recently shared glimpses of his rigorous training regime at the NCA, accompanied by an upbeat caption, "Hi," signaling his positive strides towards recovery.

KL Rahul missed final four Tests against England

KL Rahul's journey back to full fitness comes after a setback with his right quadriceps, which necessitated a consultation with a medical team in London, post his commendable 86-run innings in the opening Test against England in Hyderabad.

Despite the initial disappointment of India's loss in that match and the further blow of losing Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja to injuries for the subsequent Test, the team's spirit remained unshaken. Jadeja's return for the third Test added a glimmer of hope, while Rahul's ongoing recovery has been under the careful watch of the BCCI's medical team, in coordination with London specialists, to address his quadriceps issue effectively.

KL Rahul gears up for IPL 2024

As the 17th edition of the IPL draws near, Rahul's eagerness to rejoin the cricketing battlefield is palpable. With the Lucknow Super Giants set to kick off their campaign against the Rajasthan Royals on March 24, all eyes will be on Rahul, who is poised to make a significant impact as the team's captain.

His journey from undergoing surgery for a hamstring injury sustained during a match against RCB in IPL 2023, to his rehab post the Asia Cup in September 2023, has been a testament to his resilience and dedication.

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