Overview

• KL Rahul is expected to play a pivotal role in the upcoming five-match Test series against England, following the retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.
• Former cricketer Aakash Chopra has emphasized the need for Rahul to maintain consistent form throughout the series, addressing his history of tapering off after strong starts.
• India has named a younger squad for the series, with Shubman Gill assuming the role of captain, marking a new phase for the team.
• Rahul, who has often adapted to varying roles in the team, may be deployed as a specialist batter on this tour as wicketkeeping duties are assigned to Rishabh Pant and Dhruv Jurel.
• The Test series, beginning June 20, will be a key test for Rahul’s leadership and consistency as he seeks to solidify his position in the evolving Indian cricket setup.