KL Rahul tried his best to fit into every role for Team India. In the last few years, there is hardly any player in Team India with whom Rahul has been experimented. In such a situation, it is natural that it is difficult for a player to keep himself stable and consistent in every role. Because of this, Rahul’s form deteriorated and his name is now being sacrificed. A three-Test series is being played between India and New Zealand.
Before the series started, captain Rohit Sharma and coach Gautam Gambhir had given a clear message about Rahul that he would be part of the playing XI. Not only this, even before the Pune Test, it was said that social media could not decide the playing XI, but when the last-11 was announced, Rahul’s name was not in it. It was almost certain that Rahul would not be in the playing XI.
Team captain Rohit Sharma’s batting is much worse than Rahul. In the last 20 innings for Team India, Rohit Sharma has been able to score only two centuries and two half-centuries. In these 20 innings, Rohit Sharma’s average of scoring runs is only 29.26. Rohit Sharma has been able to score only 556 runs in the last 11 matches. Rohit’s figure is after the tour of South Africa.
Since his Test debut in 2014, Rahul has contributed significantly, especially as an opener, with his ability to adapt to challenging conditions. He has scored over 2,600 runs in Test cricket with an average around 35, including 7 centuries and several half-centuries. His highest score in Tests is 199, showcasing his ability to play long, impactful innings.
KL Rahul’s recent form in Test cricket, particularly against New Zealand, has sparked a mix of concern and support. In the first Test in Bengaluru, he struggled with low scores of 0 and 12 in both innings, which led to criticisms.