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  • IPL 2023: KL Rahul May Step Down as Captain of Lucknow Super Giants

    IPL 2023: KL Rahul May Step Down as Captain of Lucknow Super Giants

    KL Rahul is the captain of Lucknow Super Giants in IPL. He was appointed the captain of the team in the previous IPL. His team did not fare well, and Rahul was criticised for his defensive approach and mindset in the tournament.

    Many cricketing experts have claimed that KL Rahul’s defensive approach is one of the reasons why his team could not qualify for the IPL 2023 final. Recently, Rahul has been subjected to a lot of criticism in the international cricket.

    KL Rahul May Step Down as Captain of Lucknow Super Giants IPL 2023

    Also read: IPL 2023: Cameron Green to Open for Mumbai Indians with Rohit Sharma

    Venkatesh Prasad has openly crictised KL Rahul and the BCCI selectors for giving him a lot of opportunities despite his bad run of form in the international cricket. Even Gautam Gambhir, the mentor of LSG, has once said that Rahul becomes too defensive even though he has an attacking game which can overpower the opponents.

    If Rahul continues to be in a bad slump, then you can expect him to step down as the captain of Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2023.

  • IND vs AUS Test Series: 1983 World Cup winner Krishnamachari Srikkanth advises KL Rahul to take a break

    IND vs AUS Test Series: 1983 World Cup winner Krishnamachari Srikkanth advises KL Rahul to take a break

    KL Rahul’s lacklustre performance in white-ball cricket last year and in the ongoing Test series has left many questioning his place in the Indian cricket team.

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    With just 38 runs in the first two games and a low average since 2020, former cricketers and fans alike are divided on whether Rahul should be given another chance or benched for the upcoming match against Indore.

    Even 1983 World Cup winner Krishnamachari Srikkanth, who affectionately calls him “Rolls Royce Rahul,” believes it’s time for him to take a break and for Shubman Gill to take the field in the third match.

    Srikkanth has added his voice to the ongoing debate about the struggling form of Indian cricketer KL Rahul.

    Despite being a big fan of the talented batter, Srikkanth believes that Rahul needs to take a break from the game in order to regroup and recover his form.

    https://twitter.com/KL_Siku_Kumar/status/1628394827271503873

    The 30-year-old has had a difficult time in both white-ball and Test cricket over the past year, with an average of just 30 since 2020, which is the third-worst among Indian batters.

    Srikkanth’s comments come amidst a heated debate among cricket experts and fans about Rahul’s place in the team, with many calling for rising star Shubman Gill to be given a chance in the upcoming Indore game.

  • ‘I quietly went to toilet, shed a tear or two…’: Karthik revealed he went through a similar phase in his career as KL Rahul

    ‘I quietly went to toilet, shed a tear or two…’: Karthik revealed he went through a similar phase in his career as KL Rahul

    KL Rahul is going through the worst phase of his international career. Dinesh Karthik, who has played a lot of cricket with Rahul, said he felt bad for the opener and also revealed that he has gone through similar phases in his career where he went to the washroom and shed a tear or two.

    Karthik said if Rahul loses his place for the Indore Test starting March 1, it won’t be because of that one unlucky dismissal, it will be because of his poor form since the South Africa series last year. “He also knows for a fact that if he’s going to be dropped for the next match, which is pretty much an eventuality, it is not because of the one innings, it is because of what has transpired in the last five-six Test matches. He is a class player. He is very good in all formats. At this point, I don’t think it’s the technique, it’s what is happening between the ears. He might need some time away from the game. Come back fresh for the ODIs,” Karthik said on Cricbuzz. 

    Resonating with Rahul’s state, Karthik said, “This is a professional world, you’ve got to deal with those sorrowful moments but as a player when I look at what he has gone through. When you get out that way knowing very well this could have been your last innings. It has happened to me when you go into the dressing room, quietly walk into the toilet, and shed a tear or two. It’s not a nice feeling because there’s not much you can do.”

    Also read: 7 Best Innings of Dinesh Karthik in his 15 Year Career

    “Temporarily for the moment, I will have to go with Shubman Gill. He batted beautifully. There will be just one change in the India XI (for the third Test). I felt bad for KL Rahul. He has been under the scanner. But One thing is for sure, KL will come back strongly and when he does, there are not too many right-handed batters who can match him with the quality and range of shots,” DK concluded. 

  • Venkatesh Prasad slams Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid for backing KL Rahul’s overseas performance

    Venkatesh Prasad slams Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid for backing KL Rahul’s overseas performance

    Venkatesh Prasad, a former India player, has responded to the comments made by Team India’s head coach, Rahul Dravid, and captain, Rohit Sharma, regarding KL Rahul’s overseas performances in Test cricket.

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    The coach and captain had recently backed KL Rahul and highlighted the two centuries he scored in England and South Africa. However, Prasad has countered their remarks by stating that KL Rahul’s stats do not support the claim of him having an outstanding overseas Test record.

    Prasad has gone on to mention other Indian openers such as Shikhar Dhawan, Mayank Agarwal, Shubhman Gill, and Ajinkya Rahane, highlighting their performances in away Test matches. He notes that while KL Rahul has scored six overseas centuries, he has followed them up with a string of low scores, bringing his average down to 30 in 56 innings.

    Prasad suggests that KL Rahul needs to work on his form and performance in the remaining two test matches. If he is picked in the playing 11, then Indore might be his best chance of regaining his form and silencing critics. However, if he fails to do so, then he should consider playing county cricket and making a comeback in the Test side.

  • Fans support Shikhar Dhawan after KL Rahul’s repeated inclusion in the team despite his bad form

    Fans support Shikhar Dhawan after KL Rahul’s repeated inclusion in the team despite his bad form

    BCCI on Sunday announced India’s squad for the remaining two Test matches against Australia.

    However, the squad was not received well by many fans as the repeated inclusion of KL Rahul in the team, despite his bad form, made them furious.

    Also read: IND vs AUS: Ravindra Jadeja follows Nathan Lyon on Instagram for a day; Know the hilarious reason behind this

    Many fans slammed BCCI on Twitter and supported star Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan, who was first dropped from the T20I team, then from the Test team, and at last from the ODI team, on the basis that he was no less than KL Rahul, but was still dropped.

    https://twitter.com/KavyaKh2005/status/1627418875020341248?t=bdmCe0oxhga39hwb6Coofw&s=19
  • Twitter slams BCCI for retaining KL Rahul and Suryakumar Yadav and ignoring Sarfaraz Khan for the remaining Tests against Australia

    Twitter slams BCCI for retaining KL Rahul and Suryakumar Yadav and ignoring Sarfaraz Khan for the remaining Tests against Australia

    BCCI on Sunday named the squad for the final two Test matches of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy which is exactly similar to what they announced for the first two matches. However, moments after the squad revelation, the selection committee was attacked by thousands of fans on social media for retaining KL Rahul and Suryakumar Yadav while continuing to ignore Sarfaraz Khan amid his run-scoring spree in domestic cricket. 

    Also read: IND vs AUS: Ravindra Jadeja follows Nathan Lyon on Instagram for a day; Know the hilarious reason behind this

    Here is how Twitter reacted to BCCI’s squad announcement for 3rd and 4th Tests against Australia:

    Team India beat Australia by 6 wickets in the 2nd Test to retain the Border-Gavaskar trophy for the fourth successive time with an unassailable 2-0 lead in the contest.

  • “He is scared of getting out…”: Mark Waugh slams KL Rahul after another failure

    “He is scared of getting out…”: Mark Waugh slams KL Rahul after another failure

    Australia great Mark Waugh slammed KL Rahul after the Indian vice-captain’s lean patch continued in the second Test in Delhi.

    KL Rahul was out LBW for just 17 runs after failing to deal with a Nathan Lyon delivery on Day 2 of the 2nd Test.

    “I think KL Rahul has just to back himself a little bit. He is scared of getting out. You cannot bat that way, you’ve got to be confident in your own ability. He is just restricting himself. I’d love to see him bat freely and not worry about getting out,” Mark Waugh said on Star Sports.

    Also read: IND vs AUS 2nd Test Live: KL Rahul Departs, Twitter Erupts with Criticism

    Sunil Gavaskar, on the other hand, said Rahul has a mental block and also pointed out the flaw in his technique.

    “He doesn’t know whether to go back or come forward. With KL Rahul, he takes his front foot across and the ball is turning into you, you have to play with a straight bat but when you take your front foot across like that you are left with no choice but to play with an angled bat. The chances of you missing the ball are more. Rohit takes the front foot away, so he allows the bat to come around and play the ball in front of the pad. That’s why you see Rohit Sharma look so secure and why Rahul looks tentative,” Gavaskar said on Star Sports. 

  • IND vs AUS 2nd Test Live: KL Rahul Departs, Twitter Erupts with Criticism

    IND vs AUS 2nd Test Live: KL Rahul Departs, Twitter Erupts with Criticism

    The Indian opening batter KL Rahul was judged LBW out by Nitin Menon on the bowling of Nathan Lyon in the 2nd Test match between India and Australia.

    He is not in the form of his life and has again disappointed with his lackluster run in the international cricket. Many cricketing experts, including Kapil Dev has said that there is no reason to drop KL Rahul from the playing XI even though he is the vice captain.

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    Rahul scored 17 runs, and India’s score was 46-1 when he departed.

    Also read: IND vs AUS 2nd Test Live: David Warner Ruled Out, Matt Renshaw Replaces Him

    Here’s how Twitter is reacting to KL Rahul’s dismissal:

  • IND vs AUS 2nd Test: India ends Day 1 at 21/0, trailing Australia by 242 runs in 2nd Test

    IND vs AUS 2nd Test: India ends Day 1 at 21/0, trailing Australia by 242 runs in 2nd Test

    The second Test match between India and Australia kicked off on an exciting note with the visitors batting first. Usman Khawaja impressed with a well-made 81, but India’s Mohammed Shami stole the show with a brilliant 4-60 performance as Australia were bowled out for 263 in their first innings.

    IND vs AUS 2nd Test: India ends Day 1 at 21/0, trailing Australia by 242 runs in 2nd Test

    As India stepped out to bat, they saw through the final overs of the day’s play with their openers finishing at 21/0. Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul remained unbeaten, leaving India trailing by 242 more runs.

    The first day’s play witnessed a fascinating battle between the two teams, with Australia struggling to build partnerships against India’s disciplined bowling attack. India’s quicks Shami, Jadeja, and Ashwin bowled with great control, with Shami uprooting 4 wickets. Jadeja and Ashwin shared 3-3 wickets each.

    Usman Khawaja played a steady innings, but couldn’t carry on for a big score. On the other hand, Shami claimed four crucial wickets.

    India’s openers, Rohit and Rahul, started cautiously but managed to negotiate the final overs of the day without losing any wickets. The Indian team will aim to build on this solid start on Day 2 and try to chip away at the significant trial of 242 runs. The second Test promises to be an enthralling contest, with both teams looking to gain an advantage in this tightly contested series.

  • IND vs AUS 2nd Test Live Updates: Mohammad Shami claims Travis Head’s wicket as Australia loses fourth wicket in the Delhi Test

    IND vs AUS 2nd Test Live Updates: Mohammad Shami claims Travis Head’s wicket as Australia loses fourth wicket in the Delhi Test

    Incredible start for Team India after Lunch as Mohammad Shami gets Travis Head for 12, with a brilliant catch from vice-captain KL Rahul. This marks the second wicket for Shami in the ongoing Test match against Australia.

    Shami gets Head

    The Indian paceman drew the edge off Travis Head’s bat, and the ball flew towards the slip cordon, where KL Rahul made a stunning diving catch to end the left-hander’s innings.

    Shami has been relentless with his pace and accuracy in the game, and he was rewarded with his second wicket of the match. Head was looking to build a partnership with Usman Khawaja, but Shami had other plans as he trapped the batter with an impeccable delivery.

    With KL Rahul’s stunning catch and Mohammad Shami’s impressive bowling, Team India is now in a commanding position. The fans are eagerly waiting to see what more this Indian team has in store for the Aussies in this exciting Test match.