Ex-Cricketer Warns Gambhir, Management: Don't Drop KL Rahul Below No. 5 After Century

• KL Rahul scored his 8th ODI century (112* off 87 balls) against New Zealand in Rajkot, becoming the first Indian wicketkeeper to hit a hundred against them in ODIs.
• He built a 73-run partnership with Ravindra Jadeja and helped India post 284/7.
• Former India cricketer Dodda Ganesh praised Rahul's innings, advocating for him to bat at No. 5 in ODIs.
• Ganesh warned that batting Rahul below Axar Patel or Ravindra Jadeja at No. 6 would be a "cardinal sin."
• Rahul's calm temperament, game awareness, and shot selection have been crucial, especially after early setbacks or while pacing a chase.

Why It Matters: KL Rahul's century against New Zealand highlights his crucial role at No. 5, with experts warning against changing his batting position.