KL Rahul emerged as a key player in India's Champions Trophy triumph, showcasing his talent through crucial performances in several matches. His effective approach against spin and calm presence under pressure were acknowledged by teammates,

KL Rahul, who has played at multiple positions in the batting order, was given the responsibility of number six, as the team wanted to put Axar Patel at five, to give extra depth to the side. Rahul played a crucial role in the middle,

The team management, including skipper Rohit Sharma, head coach Gautam Gambhir, and those responsible for team selection, including the committee headed by Ajit Agarkar, decided to nominate KL Rahul as the primary wicketkeeper for the tournament.