Ahmedabad,Ā Oct 4: KL Rahul ended a near nine-year wait for a home Test century, scoring 100 runs against the West Indies in Ahmedabad. This century marks only his second on Indian soil in a career spanning over a decade.Reflecting on the achievement, Rahul attributed his success to a revised batting strategy that focused on managing his tempo, allowing him to convert promising starts into substantial scores. He emphasized the importance of enjoying the grind of batting, particularly in Indian conditions where runs often come from singles and twos rather than boundaries.
Rahul’s performance is a significant personal milestone, underscoring both perseverance and adaptation in his playing style to achieve consistency in home conditions.
This century not only boosts Rahul’s confidence but also strengthens India’s position in the ongoing Test series against the West Indies.