India Vs New Zealand Final: Champions Trophy Final: ‘KL Rahul at No. 6 great for Team India’ | Cricket News

KL Rahul performs a shot throughout the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final in opposition to Australia. (PTI Photo)

NEW DELHI: India’s batting coach Sitanshu Kotak has hailed KL Rahul’s adaptability, stating that his seamless transition to the No. 6 position has strengthened the crew’s batting depth.
While Rahul had beforehand flourished at No. 5, he has willingly embraced the shift down the order because the ODI collection in opposition to Sri Lanka final yr.
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Rahul showcased his rising consolation within the Champions Trophy semifinal in opposition to Australia, taking part in an important unbeaten 42. Alongside Hardik Pandya, he added 34 fast runs to close the door on Australia.
Kotak praised Rahul’s willingness to play any position the crew requires. “He is someone who can open, go at 4 or 5, and is now doing what No. 6 demands. He adapts well and is very happy in the role he is performing,” he stated.

The coach emphasised how having a strong batter at No. 6 advantages the crew. “When he starts performing at that number, it obviously helps him too because he is adjusting to different situations. So, that is great for the team as well,” Kotak defined. “But whatever I have spoken to him, he is happy to do whatever the team requires, and he has been doing that.”
Kotak additionally burdened that the Indian crew is dealing with the strain of the ultimate nicely, because of the affect of senior gamers like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, (*6*)Mohammed Shami and Ravindra Jadeja.
“The seniors, young players… they all talk. That is something very priceless,” he stated. “They have 15-20 years of experience. They talk to the players who have been playing for two or three years. Some things you learn with experience, but listening to guys who have that experience and their 20 years of learning — that creates a great environment.”
With Rahul excelling in his new position and skilled gamers protecting the dressing room calm, Team India seems to be well-prepared for the Champions Trophy last.