Eng vs Ind: KL Rahul joins the elite company, equal to Virender Sehwag’s Sena Record in Test Cricket

Indian Opener KL was satisfied Again, he emphasized his reliability in challenging the situation overseas, etching his name into a record book along with his previous opener Virender Sehwag and Murali Vijay. Rahul’s gritty half-century in two innings of the first Test against Britain at Headingley marks his ninth 50 or more as opener for the Sena countries (South Africa, UK, New Zealand and Australia).

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Rahul’s Resilient Nock is second only to the legendary Sunil Gavaskar. SunilGavaskar. Sehwag and Vijay share a second position with Rahul. Gautam Gunville Continued in 7.

Known for his versatility and calmness, Karnataka right-hander showed exceptional patience and technical ability at the wickets of the test headline. After contributing 42 solid runs in India’s dreadful first innings, Rahul faced a tough challenge from the British sailors on the mornings of the third and fourth day.

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India resumed its fourth day at 90/2 with a 96-run lead, and was aiming to make profits in the crease with Rahul and Captain Shubman Gill. Undefeated overnight at 47, Rahul quickly raised 50 people and led India past the 100-run mark, further consolidating his overall lead. Gill set off early after chopping inswingers into the stumps for the eight, but Rahul continued to lock in the innings throughout a tricky morning session, blunting the English attack.

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Rahul’s ability to adapt to various roles in the highest order and deliver under pressure has solidified its position as a mainstay of the Indian lineup, particularly in important overseas testing. His consistent performance in these harsh environments won him the deserved title of “Reliable Mr.”

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