New Delhi, Nov. 17 -- Captaincy at the top level is certainly challenging. A leader has to be the on-field manager, a chief strategist and the primary public face of the team while maintaining his own performance either with the bat or ball or both. But leadership in Indian Premier League (IPL) is more exhausting as compared to in international cricket, according to KL Rahul.

One of the most versatile cricketers in Indian cricket, Rahul made his debut in IPL in 2013 with Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Over the next 12 years, the stylish right-hander shifted four bases. He is currently playing for Delhi Capitals, after being acquired last year.

Rahul's first tryst as an IPL captain came in 2020, when he was appointed as the leader of pack ...