When 'Wonder Child' KL Rahul Caught Rahul Dravid's Eye

image-lr0jje1mRahul Dravid and KL Rahul(X.COM)

KL Rahul's dual role as a middle-order stabiliser and wicket-keeper for India after his astonishing performance in World cup 2023 has drawn parallels with the legendary Rahul Dravid. KL Rahul and Rahul Dravid have more than a name in common, they both are from Karnataka and both of them are batsmen who can also keep wickets. 

KL Rahul stands out among his peers because of his ability to grind it out in the middle and play big knocks in the longer format of the game, a rare quality in the times of T20 cricket.

At the same time, he also has the gumption to attack the bowlers in the shorter version of the game, as was witnessed in the national T20 tournament last season.Thus, it is not surprising that he is being talked about in the same vein as 'The Wall'. Statistically he has been one of the best batters of Team India in recent times.


When KL Caught Rahul Dravid's Eye

Rahul Dravid the embodiment of the "Spirit of Cricket" has been inspiration to KL Rahul who is regarded as a modern-day middle-order stabiliser. KL Rahul has tried to take more than one leaf out of the legendary Dravid's book of batting. KL Rahul has grown up following and idolising Dravid. 

When Dravid spoke to young KL Rahul, at the age of 11 under 13 tournament his words of wisdom changed the life of youngster'skl rahul

 approach towards the sport.

Rahul's childhood coach Jayaraj stated that:

"I remember KL got back-to-back double centuries in an Under-13 tournament. He first scored a double hundred at the NRA ground and then scored another double hundred at Chinnaswamy stadium. At the same time, Dravid was undergoing endurance training". Jayaraj  also added that, When Dravid padded up for a net session.When Dravid padded up for a net session.I told him to watch his technique and batting style,"  

 Dravid  was highly impressed by KL Rahul's back-to-back double centuries in an Under-13 tournament and willingly went up to this coach and...

Here's what Rahul Dravid said

 ‘I watched this kid's batting (double centuries). He played wonderfully. He has a future, please take care of him,"

K L Rahul has seamlessly transitioned into a dependable batsman-wicket-keeper, making substantial contributions both with the willow and behind the stumps.K L Rahul has proven himself as a consistent performer, showcasing elegant stroke play en route to amassing 7,545 runs in all formats.