Overview

• Rohit Sharma entrusted Abhishek Nayar, upon his July 2024 arrival as assistant coach, to instill a more aggressive batting outlook in KL Rahul.
• Nayar combined technical tweaks—adjusting stance, guard and practice routines—with mental conditioning to quell outside noise and self-expectation pressure.
• Rahul’s form revival emerged through key innings in Australia and the Champions Trophy before culminating in a stylish century at Leeds.
• Despite being removed from India’s official staff after the Australia series defeat, Nayar continues to mentor Rahul privately and shares insights publicly.
• Rahul’s renewed confidence, which he described as “music,” has cemented his role as a senior batter in the post-Rohit and Kohli era.