Aakash Chopra praised KL Rahul’s tenacious innings in Team India’s thrashing of Scotland in the T20 World Cup 2021 match last night. Thus, In the shortest format of the game, he emphasized that the elegant opener is India’s finest batter.
Team India brought down the 86-run mark in just six-and-a-half overs, thanks to Rahul’s 50 runs off just 19 deliveries. During his innings, the magnificent stroke-maker hammered six fours and three sixes.
“KL Rahul was exceptional the way he batted. He made 50 runs off 19 balls. He became a victim of Mark Watt but three sixes and six fours, and the way he batted. I am saying this repeatedly, I know you make fun of me – KL Rahul, without doubt, is India’s best T20 batter.” He elaborated
In addition, the former India cricketer commended Sharma for perfectly complimenting KL Rahul.
Rohit Sharma
“Rohit and Rahul – both batted amazingly well. Sharma was brilliant. He also made 30 runs off 16 balls, he also hit decently. He was giving the support, of course, lost his wicket to a very good ball, it was a very good yorker that fell right on the spot. And in the end, SKY hit a six to win the encounter.” Chopra explained
KL In just five overs, Rahul and also Sharma put together a 70-run opening stand to put India on the verge of victory. In comparison to Afghanistan and New Zealand, their contributions enabled the Virat Kohli-led team to a better tournament net run rate.
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