On Saturday, India batter KL Rahul received a knock to his right hand while batting in the nets at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). If true, this might be a big blow to India’s chances of winning the series. Since Rahul has been their most in-form batter thus far. He has 235 runs from six innings in three Tests at an average of 47, including two half-centuries.
In a viral video, Rahul can be seen receiving treatment on his right hand while wearing full batting gear. Rahul has been India’s star performer in the series thus far. Hitting 235 runs in six innings at a remarkable average of 47. His efforts include two half-centuries, earning him the series’ second-highest run-scorer after Australia’s Travis Head. The opening batter has recovered brilliantly from a difficult home series against New Zealand.
His 84-run performance in the third Test at The Gabba was crucial for India, arriving at a time when the team was under tremendous strain. Despite rain interruptions, Rahul’s knock was critical in helping India avoid a follow-on and clinch a hard-fought draw, despite being far behind on Day 2. As India prepares for the Melbourne Test, Rahul’s form and fitness remain critical to his team’s chances.
India’s Boxing Day Test Hopes Waver
His steady batting performances have served as a stabilising influence for the Indian lineup. It has encountered its fair share of hurdles on the tour. The Boxing Day Test will be a watershed point in the series, and the team will be counting on Rahul to maintain his outstanding performance. Fans and teammates will hope that the injury scare is mild, allowing the star batter to return to the field and give another impactful performance.
If KL Rahul misses the fourth Test, Rohit Sharma should return to his normal opening position, while India should put in Dhruv Jurel at number six. The keeper-batter played the first Test in Perth but was dropped for the second and third. Rohit has a solid record at the MCG and should open the game, while Jurel’s calm presence will help the squad in the middle order.
