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KL Rahul is feeling confident after a prolific run in the recently-concluded Indian Premier League where he finished as the second highest run-scorer with 593 total runs. KL Rahul will carry his form into the upcoming World Cup and there are talks regarding him taking guard at No. 4 position.

Gautam Gambhir has stated that the Indian bowling attack is lethal but lacks one quality fast bowler for the upcoming World Cup in England and Wales, starting May 30. Gambhir also backed KXIP opener KL Rahul for the No.4 slot in the batting line-up on the back of his pristine form in the IPL.

Mohammed Shami offered an insight into his state of mind during the time he failed the Yo-Yo test and was dropped from the Indian national team due to family issues at that time. Shami impressed with the KXIP outfit in this year’s IPL and will travel to England as part of the Indian World Cup squad.

MS Dhoni has stated that KL Rahul and Chris Gayle need to be credited for their century stand at top in the encounter between Chennai Super Kings and Kings XI Punjab on Sunday. KXIP had won won the toss and opted to bowl, things worked out pretty much for them as they won the game by six wickets.