KL Rahul came out strongly in support of India’s bowlers after they were unable to defend a massive 359 against South Africa, eventually going down by four wickets in the second ODI in Raipur on Wednesday. While the stand-in skipper acknowledged that there are areas India must improve, he also highlighted several factors that made […]

India’s emphatic 17-run win in the first ODI against South Africa not only showcased the brilliance of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma on the field but also produced a lighthearted moment off it. A viral clip from the team hotel in Ranchi captured stand-in captain KL Rahul cutting a celebratory cake, while Kohli and Rohit […]

India’s stand-in ODI captain KL Rahul believes that MS Dhoni’s presence in Ranchi for the opening ODI against South Africa would significantly elevate the atmosphere—not just for the fans, but for the dressing room as well. The three-match ODI series begins on Sunday, November 30, at the JSCA International Stadium Complex, Dhoni’s home ground, where […]

Ruturaj Gaikwad is set for a long-awaited return to India’s ODI setup after nearly two years, and stand-in captain KL Rahul has hinted that the elegant right-hander is firmly in contention for a spot in the playing XI for the upcoming three-match series against South Africa. With regular skipper Shubman Gill unavailable, Rahul will lead […]

Indian skipper KL Rahul has openly acknowledged India’s worrying decline in playing quality spin, especially on home soil—an area that was once considered the team’s biggest strength. Speaking ahead of the first ODI against South Africa, Rahul admitted that he does not have a “definitive answer” for the sudden drop in proficiency. Still, the trend […]

Ruturaj Gaikwad has earned a recall to India’s ODI squad for the three-match series against South Africa starting Sunday in Ranchi. The 28-year-old right-hander, who captains Chennai Super Kings in the IPL, last played an ODI on December 19, 2023 in Gqeberha and most recently featured in a T20I on July 13, 2024 against Zimbabwe. […]

Former India batter Robin Uthappa has issued a sharp warning to KL Rahul, who endured a disappointing run in the recent two-match Test series against South Africa. Rahul, one of the senior-most batters in the squad, struggled throughout the series and finished with just 68 runs in four innings, averaging a mere 17, with 39 […]

Simon Harmer continued his fine show in Guwahati, producing a classic off-spinner’s delivery to remove KL Rahul on Day 4 of the second Test at Barsapara Cricket Stadium. Harmer flighted the ball outside off, tempted Rahul forward and then spun it sharply from the rough to squeeze between bat and pad and crash into the […]

Team India found themselves under pressure once again on Day 3 of the second Test in Guwahati, and the spotlight fell heavily on KL Rahul after another missed opportunity in the slips. During South Africa’s second innings on Monday (November 24), Rahul shelled a tough but catchable chance off Aiden Markram at second slip, allowing […]

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has backed the inclusion of Nitish Kumar Reddy in India’s playing XI for the upcoming ODI series against South Africa, starting November 30 in Ranchi as well. Pathan’s comments came after the announcement of the 15-member squad on Sunday, November 23, with Reddy retaining his place with Hardik Pandya absent […]