KL Rahul Reflected on his Journey Through the Series
The Indian cricket team made a commendable effort on Day 4 of the third Test against Australia in Brisbane, pushing the match towards an even finish. After struggling earlier, they managed to reach 252 for 9, surpassing the follow-on mark by six runs. KL Rahul and RavindraJadeja played pivotal roles, both scoring half-centuries, while lower-order contributions from JaspritBumrah and Akash Deep were crucial in avoiding the follow-on.
Rahul reflected on his journey through the series, noting that he found it challenging to adapt to the pink ball in Adelaide but felt more comfortable in Brisbane due to similar pitch conditions to Perth. He emphasized the importance of spending time at the crease to trust the bounce and play naturally.
Praising Jadeja’s gritty 77-run knock, Rahul highlighted his all-round capabilities, asserting that Jadeja is as much a match-winner with the bat as he is with the ball. He also commended Bumrah and Deep for their determined batting, which instilled confidence in the team despite early setbacks. With rain looming over the Gabba, India remains 193 runs behind but has a chance to secure a draw, keeping the series tied at 1-1. Rahul expressed readiness to bat in the second innings, relieved that his lower order had stepped up when needed.