Indian dough KL Rahul revealed a hilarious anecdote involving the former England captain Kevin Pietersen and his wife Jessica Taylorgiving fans a glimpse of the light-hearted camaraderie between the two cricket stars. The story, shared during a recent media interaction, highlights Rahul’s witty humor and the friendly bond he shares with Pietersen, who mentored him during the IPL 2025 season.
KL Rahul’s playful complaint to Kevin Pietersen’s wife
Recalling the incident, Rahul said that during a dinner invitation from the Pietersen family during a tour of the UK, he jokingly turned to Pietersen’s wife and said: “Tell your husband to go easy on me. He is very rude to me.”
This remark, made in jest, immediately provoked laughter around the table. Rahul pointed out that the exchange was part of their ongoing friendly banter, describing Pietersen as a “great sport” who loves playful teasing as much as he offers it.
Rahul’s revelation has once again showcased the mutual respect and humor shared between two of cricket’s most charismatic personalities.
Rahul and Pietersen’s mentor-player chemistry
The playful exchanges between Rahul and Pietersen became a talking point during IPL 2025, where Pietersen served as a mentor for Delhi Capitals (DC) – the franchise that Rahul represented this season.
Rahul, who was in sublime form throughout the tournament, became DC’s top scorer, amassing 539 runs in 13 matches at an impressive average of 53.90, including two centuries. Although the team narrowly missed out on a playoff berth, Rahul’s stellar performance and light-hearted attitude helped boost the team’s morale.
Behind the scenes, Pietersen and Rahul’s good-natured teasing became a source of entertainment for the teammates. Their banter – often captured in short videos and social media posts – has given fans a refreshing look at the lighter side of professional cricket.
Athiya Shetty’s reaction to Rahul’s teasing
Rahul also revealed that not everyone was amused by his mischievous jokes. His wife, Athiya Shettyallegedly delivered a playful rebuke to him after watching clips of his banter with Pietersen online.
“She said I was too mean to Kevin.” Rahul laughed, adding that fans only saw a small portion of their interactions. “Believe me, there are many more that have never been released on social media. KP makes it just as good!”
The light-hearted confession highlighted the fun dynamic not only between Rahul and Pietersen, but also within Rahul’s own family.
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Pietersen responds to Rahul’s remark with equal wit
Pietersen, known for his keen sense of humor, didn’t let Rahul have the last word. Responding to one of Rahul’s taunts earlier in the IPL season, Pietersen joked that sometimes you need to be a mentor. “mid-season getaways to the Maldives” – a tongue-in-cheek comment that left fans in suspense.
Their mutual teasing and good humor became a viral highlight during the IPL, winning the appreciation of cricket enthusiasts and analysts who praised the way both players brought energy and joy to the sport.
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