India’s KL Rahul scored a gritty century after coming in at No.5 at Rajkot on Wednesday which helped the Males in Blue put up a good 284-7 after most of their large hitters have been again within the pavilion. Nonetheless, Rahul’s gutsy century was overshadowed by New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell’s personal ton as he guided the Kiwis to a series-levelling win.
Former India participant Mohammad Kaif heaped praises on Rahul’s efficiency within the match, calling him one of the selfless gamers to play for the Indian staff since Rahul Dravid, given his means to play any position within the staff relying on the state of affairs demanded.
“He was advised to open in Check matches which is essentially the most tough format and he does that. In ODIs, which is a bit simpler format than Assessments, he doesn’t get to open. Right here, he is available in to bat at No.5 or 6. He’s advantageous with that too. He goes in and performs the finisher’s position there and helps is staff win the match.
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— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) January 15, 2026
“In case Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma get out early, this man will are available at No.5 and rating a century. He scored a ton on this match (2nd ODI vs NZ) and he introduced that up with a 6. Plus there’s his temperament the place he saved constructing partnerships as wickets fell. He is aware of the way to learn the sport state of affairs. He additionally has the flexibility to boost the temp in the long run and get a 100. A selfless participant like him performs for the nation,” Kaif stated in a video posted on X.
“Play him wherever you need and he’s additionally able to step up in any position. Gill was injured in opposition to South Africa and Rahul captained the aspect. He additionally helped his staff win matches then additionally. He open sin Check matches, performs down the order in ODIs, he additionally does captaincy when wanted, he even fields in slips. Each position given to this man, he’s enjoying for the nation. After Rahul Dravid, if there’s every other selfless participant that I’ve seen, it’s KL Rahul,” he added.