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South Africa vs India 2023-24

'Jab tak balla chal raha thaat hai warna vaat hai' - Fans react as KL Rahul opens up after his Boxing Day Test century against South Africa

Despite some poor batting performance from the Indian batting lineup, KL Rahul was the lone wolf for India. After his brilliant ton, KL Rahul has been receiving some huge accolades from former players and fans all over the world.

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The India team are currently battling out against the South African team to conquer their final frontier. Despite some poor batting performance from the Indian batting lineup, KL Rahul was the lone wolf for India. After his brilliant ton, KL Rahul has been receiving some huge accolades from former players and fans all over the world.

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On Wednesday, Indian middle-order batter KL Rahul shared his thoughts on the external commentary and social media scrutiny that followed his century comeback against South Africa in Centurion. Rahul received praise for his performance in challenging batting conditions during the first innings, achieving his eighth Test century with a score of 101 runs in 137 balls, featuring 14 fours and four sixes, contributing to a team total of just 245.

In his remarks after the conclusion of the play on day two, Rahul addressed his opinions related to the criticism of his recent forms, particularly from the general public. In recent times, there has been a lot of criticism about his form and he even has been targeted personally by former cricketer Venkatesh Prasad as well.

"As a person, as a cricketer, as an individual, you are challenged each day, each moment. Social media is a pressure. Today I have scored a hundred so people are singing praises. Three, or four months ago, everybody was abusing me. It is part of the game, but I cannot say it does not affect you. It does. The sooner you realize that staying away from it is good for your game and your mindset the better it is," KL Rahul said. 

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KL Rahul continued his love affair with Centurion Ground

KL Rahul's eighth Test century, achieved in the opening match of the series against South Africa in Centurion, was a display of immense composure and resilience. Enduring challenging spells and overcast conditions, Rahul exhibited a blend of defensive skill and attacking flair.

This innings, completed in 133 balls, marked his second Test century at the venue, making him the first overseas cricketer to achieve this milestone. Notably, this match also signifies Rahul's maiden appearance as the designated wicketkeeper-batsman in Test cricket.

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