Chris Gayle Endorses KL Rahul to Break T20 Record: Is He Up for the Challenge?

Chris Gayle Endorses KL Rahul

In the world of T20 cricket, breaking records is no mean feat. Yet, some players have managed to do just that and etch their names in the record books forever. One such player is Chris Gayle, who holds the record for the highest individual score in T20 cricket. However, Gayle believes that there is one player who could break his record – KL Rahul.

KL Rahul: The Underrated Talent

Gayle believes that KL Rahul is one of the most talented cricketers in the world. However, he feels that Rahul doesn’t believe in his ability to get that big score. Gayle believes that if Rahul can play his natural game and bat like he does on his best days, he can definitely break the record. Rahul’s ability to score quickly and his dangerous play in the middle overs make him a formidable batsman in the world of T20 cricket.

 

Rahul has already established himself as a valuable player in the Indian cricket team. He has played some memorable innings in T20 cricket, including a stunning hundred against West Indies in 2019. However, he is yet to reach his full potential and consistently perform at the highest level.

If Rahul can overcome his self-doubt and find his groove, he could become one of the most dominant batsmen in the world. He has the talent, technique, and temperament to succeed in T20 cricket, and with the right mindset, he could even break Gayle’s record.

The Future of T20 Cricket

T20 cricket has come a long way since its inception. The format has revolutionized the game and brought in a new generation of fans. With the rise of leagues like the IPL and the Big Bash, T20 cricket has become a global phenomenon, attracting some of the biggest names in the sport.

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As T20 cricket continues to evolve, we can expect to see more players like KL Rahul emerge and take the world by storm. With the right combination of talent, hard work, and determination, these players could break records and cement their place in the history of the game.

Watch : KL Rahul’s Unbeaten Knock Guides India to Victory in Series Opener Against Australia

KL Rahul's Unbeaten Knock Guides India to Victory

India defeated Australia by five wickets in the first match of the three-match ODI series on Friday, with KL Rahul’s unbeaten knock of 75 runs leading India’s recovery from 39/4 to chase down a 189-run target. The Wankhede Stadium witnessed Rahul’s heroics, which guided India to a thrilling victory with five wickets to spare.

India’s bowling attack, led by Mohammed Shami, was in top form as they restricted Australia to a below-par score of 188 in 35.4 overs. Mitchell Marsh’s 81 off 65 balls had put the Aussies in a commanding position at 129/2 until Shami’s spell turned the game around. Shami picked up three crucial wickets, while Mohammed Siraj and Hardik Pandya claimed three and one wicket, respectively.

Chasing the target, India was in trouble with Mitchell Starc’s sharp bowling removing three key batsmen in quick succession. However, KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja’s partnership turned the game in India’s favour as they steadied the ship and chased down the target in 39.5 overs.

The victory was a great start for India in the three-match ODI series against Australia, and they will look to continue their momentum in the next match, scheduled for March 19 in Visakhapatnam.

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Twitter Reacts to KL Rahul’s Heroics

KL Rahul’s unbeaten knock of 75 off 91 balls drew praise from cricket fans all over the world. Here are some of the reactions on Twitter:

 

Ban vs India : 2nd ODI Match Highlights

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Ban vs Ind 2nd ODI : Team India Loss the Series by Bangladesh. Here are the some moments of the Match.

Ban vs Ind : 2nd ODI Match Highlights – All Top Moments of the Match

 

BAN vs IND: Indian captain Rohit Sharma missed an easy catch, injured and sent to hospital for X-ray

BAN vs IND: Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma made headlines by dropping a regulation catch in the slips during the second ODI against Bangladesh cricket team.

The 2nd ODI match between Bangladesh and India is being played at the Sher Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka. Bangladesh captain Litton Das won the toss and decided to bat first.

Rohit Sharma was injured while taking a slip catch during Bangladesh’s innings. The incident happened during the fourth ball of the second over.

Brilliant delivery by Mohammad Siraj to Bangladesh’s right-handed batsman Anamul. The batsmen were surprised by the turn of the ball in the last second.

In the process, he found a thick strand of his willow. It so happened that the ball went to Rohit Sharma in the slips. However, the Indian skipper failed to keep it in his safe hands.

Rohit Sharma is a brilliant fielder and we don’t often see him dropping catches. However, this time, Rohit Sharma dropped a catch, which was the rarest of occurrences.

BAN vs IND: Indian captain Rohit Sharma missed an easy catch, injured and sent to hospital for X-ray

During the fourth ball of the second over, Indian captain Rohit Sharma dropped Dolly but suffered an untimely injury in the follow-through.

According to the latest update, Rohit went to the hospital for a scan. Fans hope that Rohit is fully fit so that he can come out to bat for India.

 

BAN vs India: Mohammad Siraj Mimics Cristiano Ronaldo’s celebration after taking the wicket of Cristiano Ronaldo, video goes viral

 

BAN vs IND: Indian pacer Mohammad Siraj was the star performer for Team India in the 3rd and final T20I against the Black Caps recently.

Mohammad Siraj bowled well, dismissing 4 players in his quota of 4 overs. Mohammed Siraj conceded just 17 runs in his spell and his performance was praised.

He was rightly adjudged man of the match. After the game, he revealed the secret behind his successful bowling spell against New Zealand.

Speaking about the same, Mohammed Siraj said that he has had plenty of time to prepare for bowling tough lengths during the World Cup. He bowled hard during the series decider against the Kiwis and received the award.

Siraj also bowled very well in the 2nd T20I against New Zealand in which he took two wickets. Many felt that he should have got the Man of the Series award for the overall quality he brought to the table.

Team India took a 1-0 lead in the series by winning the second match played at Bay Oval by 65 runs. The third game ended in a tie as rain hampered India’s chase.

BAN vs IND: Mohammed Siraj Mimics Cristiano Ronaldo’s celebration after taking a wicket

Meanwhile, Mohammed Siraj is part of the ongoing ODI series against Bangladesh. During the second ODI, he celebrated like Cristiano Ronaldo by dismissing Bangladesh captain Litton Das.

The Bangladesh captain Ltton Das was surprised at the ball of Siraj. Siraj completely messed up the first stump and Litton was dismissed for 9 runs.

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BAN vs IND: Umran Malik Bowls a gem of a delivery to send Najamul Hussain Shanto cartwheeling off-stump, video goes viral

BAN vs IND: India’s fast bowler Umran Malik missed his presence in the second match of the three-match ODI series against the Bangladesh cricket team.

To stay alive in the series, the Indian cricket team needs to win the second match. Earlier in Dhaka, the hosts had got an edge over the visitors.

India really controlled the game but failed to cross the boundary in the end. The Tigers beat India by 1 wicket in Dhaka to take a 1-0 lead in the series.

Talking about the second match, Umran Malik took one wicket. It was really special because he got Nazamul Hossain Shanto out of the stumps in a brilliant shot.

The video clip of the same is doing the rounds on social media portals. Umran Malik bowled at pace and Najmal had no solution to the lightning fast delivery.

The left-handed batsman tried to defend the ball first. However, Umran Malik created great momentum by fouling Shantu’s off stump.

BAN vs IND: Umran Malik hits a gem of a delivery to send Najamul Hussain Shanto cartwheeling off-stump, video goes viral

 

During the second ODI, Imran got rid of Najmul Hossain Shantu with a 151 kmph delivery. The batsman was not able to read the speed of the ball.

Umran Malik bowled eight overs in which he took one dismissal. Apart from this, he also did two maiden overs. He has given 30 runs so far.

 

Watch BAN vs IND | Umran Malik physically sledged Shakib-ul-Hasan with mild bouncers in his first tour of Bangladesh

In the modern era of cricket, fans often see batsmen dominating bowlers and threatening them for fun. But Umran Malik, on his first outing in Bangladesh, decided to turn the tables as his venomous deliveries showed raw pace and Shakib Al Hasan didn’t have a clue.

During the second ODI between India and Bangladesh, hopes were high for Umran Malik, who got his first chance in the series following an injury to Kuldeep Sen. The 23-year-old sensation didn’t disappoint either as Shakib Al Hasan was spearheaded in the first over of the match, with the Tigers winning the toss and electing to bat.

The first ball Umran bowled was full and angle, which Shakib pulled towards mid-on for no run and played comfortably. Then the attacks began, first a skiddy delivery over the body of Shakib which fell short. He then hit a lightning-fast bouncer, which was pushed by Shakib but did not convince. No runs were scored in the next three balls, the last ball hitting Shakib’s helmet badly.

Indian players, including stand-in captain KL Rahul and Umran, rushed to check on Shakib and the Bangladeshi all-rounder replied that he was fine, though not with his familiar smile.

Umran, who was not part of India’s ODI squad for the three-match ODI series against Bangladesh, was named as a replacement for Mohammed Shami, who was ruled out with a shoulder injury.

India decided not to play Umran in the first ODI on Sunday as the Jammu and Kashmir pacer had arrived in Dhaka from Christchurch. Another exciting Indian fast bowler, Kuldeep Sen was handed his India cap, but after being ruled out with a sore neck, Umran Malik was immediately included in the winning XI.

Malik made an immediate impact on the match. The 23-year-old softened up senior Bangladesh pro Shakib Al Hasan with his pace. On the second ball of the latter’s opening over, Umran Malik’s bouncer hit Shakib on the back. A few balls later, Shakib was hit on the helmet by another short pitch. Umran started his spell bowling first.

Here is the full video shared by Sony Sports Network:

Playing XI: India vs Bangladesh

India’s Playing XI

Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (w), Washington Sundar, Akshar Patel, Shardul Thakur, Deepak Chahar, Mohammad Siraj, Umran Malik

Playing XI of bangladesh

Najam Hussain Shanto, Litton Das, Enamul Haque, Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah, Afif Hussain. Mehdi Hasan Miraj, Naseem Ahmed, Ibadat Hussain, Mustafizur Rahman

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Most Runs in WPL 2023 (Women Premier League) Highest successful run-chases in men’s T20Is History Most Sixes in the Last over of IPL Most UCL Champions Title by a Club Players who got out on 99 in IPL