KL Rahul Breaks Silence On IPL Captaincy, Calls It Draining | First Sports With Rupha Ramani | N18G

The IPL is a billion-dollar spectacle—but behind the fireworks, India’s top cricketers are struggling mentally and emotionally. Sanju Samson walking away from his franchise and KL Rahul admitting the problems IPL captains face have exposed the mind-numbing pressure, public scrutiny, and owner interference that push players to their breaking point. From Sanju being “emotionally drained” to visuals of owners berating captains on live TV, these incidents shed a harsh light on how franchise culture is failing to protect its most valuable assets: its players. Rupha Ramani dives into the mental battle behind the glamour, why IPL leadership roles are becoming unbearable, and what needs to change before more stars walk away.

Also on the show, football maestro Cristiano Ronaldo attended a star-studded dinner at the White House. He met U.S. President Donald Trump during the event hosted for Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman. What is the significance of this meeting? And Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana, who has been accused of assaulting her juniors, has dragged India captain Harmanpreet Kaur into the debate. She took a sly dig at the World Cup winner in her latest statement. Fans trolled Sultana for the unnecessary comparison.

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