Ravi Shastri Hails KL Rahul's Unbeaten 112: 'Full Credit' for Turning India's Fortunes

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Ravi Shastri Hails KL Rahul's Unbeaten 112: 'Full Credit' for Turning India's Fortunes
- •Former India coach Ravi Shastri praised KL Rahul for his unbeaten 112 against New Zealand in the second ODI.
- •Rahul's century came when India was struggling at 118/4 after Virat Kohli's dismissal, on a slowing pitch with an older, softer ball.
- •He built a crucial partnership with Ravindra Jadeja, starting from scratch, and gradually increased his scoring rate.
- •Ian Smith also lauded Rahul as a mature, intelligent, and versatile cricketer who knows when to accelerate.
- •Rahul scored 112* off 92 balls, including 12 fours and a six, and boasts an impressive ODI record against New Zealand.
Why It Matters: Ravi Shastri and Ian Smith lauded KL Rahul's crucial unbeaten 112, highlighting his maturity and versatility.
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