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KL Rahul Injured Ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Opening Lineup in Doubt

KL Rahul Injury Updates: Latest news on the India Batter’s Recovery

KL Rahul Injury Updates: KL Rahul suffered a concerning injury to his right elbow during a practice match against India A in Perth, which took place shortly before the much-anticipated opening match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy(BGT). The incident occurred when he was struck by a particularly bouncy delivery, causing him significant discomfort. Despite his efforts to continue batting, he ultimately had to retire hurt, indicating the severity of the injury.

This unexpected setback raises questions about Rahul’s fitness, casting a shadow of uncertainty over India’s opening lineup as the team prepares for the important series. Compounding the situation, Rohit Sharma is also anticipated to miss the Test, which further complicates the batting order.

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Who will replace KL Rahul in Border-Gavaskar Trophy as an opener?

Due to KL Rahul’s injury, there has been speculation about India’s opening options. In a recent interview, head coach Gambhir mentioned that if Rohit misses the first match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT), the team will likely consider either KL Rahul or Abhimanyu Easwaran for the opening position. If KL Rahul does not recover in time, it is possible that Abhimanyu Easwaran may open the innings for India in the BGT.

KL Rahul Test stats

In recent matches, KL Rahul has struggled to perform in Test cricket, particularly during the ongoing series against New Zealand. His recent form has raised concerns among fans and analysts alike, as he has not been able to leave a significant impact on the game.

Throughout his Test career, KL Rahul has scored a total of 2,981 runs in 91 innings, giving him a batting average of 33.87. This shows that he has faced challenges in staying consistent. However, he has reached important milestones, including 8 centuries and 15 half-centuries. This means that when he is in good form, Rahul can be a match-winner. Still, his recent performances indicate that he needs to improve moving forward.

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