KL Rahul’s role in India’s ODI middle order draws attention

Sport · First reported 9 Nov, 05:18 · Updated 06:58

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Coverage focuses on Rahul’s composure and adaptability in India’s ODI middle order. One detailed account points to his unbeaten 26 in Wellington and discusses the possibility of a move to No. 5; another describes him as a calming presence.

Rahul scored an unbeaten 26 off 38 balls in the second ODI in Wellington, after India’s top order fell to 39/3.
India kept Axar Patel at No. 5 in that match, with Rahul batting at No. 6; the article says there is discussion about moving Rahul back to No. 5 with South African conditions in mind.
The articles characterize Rahul as calm in India’s ODI middle order, while the detailed account also emphasizes his ability to adapt to different batting positions and roles.

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Key facts

Wellington innings: Unbeaten 26 off 38 balls.
India’s score when Rahul came in: 39/3.
Rahul’s batting position in that match: No. 6.
Possible role change: The article reports discussion of promoting Rahul to No. 5 with South African conditions in mind.
Coach quoted: Sitanshu Kotak.