KL Rahul acknowledges the crowd after end of Indian innings in Rajkot. (AP Photo)
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KL Rahul Breaks MS Dhoni's Record, Becomes 1st Indian Wicketkeeper to Score ODI Century vs NZ

  • KL Rahul scored an unbeaten 112 against New Zealand in Rajkot, leading India to 284/7.
  • He became the first designated Indian wicketkeeper-batter to hit an ODI century against New Zealand, surpassing MS Dhoni's record.
  • Rahul's 112* is the highest score by an Indian wicketkeeper vs New Zealand in ODIs.
  • He is also the first Indian to score an ODI century in Rajkot, reaching his eighth ODI hundred in 87 balls.
  • Rahul built crucial partnerships, including a 73-run stand with Ravindra Jadeja, demonstrating composure and smart shot selection.

Why It Matters: KL Rahul's historic century against New Zealand in Rajkot broke MS Dhoni's record, solidifying his role.

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