Virat Kohli isn’t in the Test series but fans on social media still wait for “that one cover drive” from him. The crowd misses the sound, the timing, the shot — the whole vibe.
But guess what? KL Rahul is already playing those shots. Neat, clean and perfectly timed — yet no one is noticing.
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In the Leeds Test, he scored 42 in the first innings. In the second he hit a fighting half century and is still unbeaten on 72*.
While others struggled, Rahul was solid. No drama. Just good, smart batting. He’s giving India exactly what they need — experience, control and runs at the top.
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Nasser Hussain said it straight: “KL Rahul has one of the best cover drives I’ve seen in the game.”
Even Sunil Gavaskar praised his technique, calmness and team first attitude.
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Rahul has been keeping wickets when asked, opening the innings and standing strong when others fall. He’s done it all yet the spotlight keeps missing him.
KL Rahul doesn’t show off. His celebrations are muted. He doesn’t post much. He doesn’t hype himself. Maybe that’s why fans overlook him.
In today’s game players who make noise get more attention. But Rahul is old school — lets his bat do the talking.
With Kohli out, Rahul is India’s most experienced batsman in this series. He’s proving why. And not with one lucky innings — but with back to back performances.
His cover drives aren’t just pretty to watch they’re a reminder of what Test batting is all about.
It’s time fans stopped waiting and started watching. Because KL Rahul is already delivering.
