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KL Rahul stands just 11 runs away from joining cricket legends in an exclusive England run-scoring club. The Indian opener has been in sublime form this series with two centuries already. His potential milestone comes at a crucial juncture with India trailing 2-1. Manchester's fourth Test could witness Rahul etching his name alongside Tendulkar, Dravid and Gavaskar in Indian cricket history.

Key Points: KL Rahul Eyes Sachin Dravid Gavaskar Club in England Test

  • Rahul needs 11 runs to enter elite 1000-run club in England
  • Currently averages 62.50 in ongoing Test series
  • Has 4 centuries in 12 Tests on English soil
  • India trails 2-1 ahead of crucial Manchester Test
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KL Rahul could join elite list of Sachin, Dravid, Gavaskar during 4th Test against England

KL Rahul needs 11 runs to join Sachin, Dravid & Gavaskar as Indians with 1000+ Test runs in England during 4th Test.

"KL would be raring to become the fourth Indian with 1000+ Test runs in England – Match Report"

Manchester, July 18

India batter KL Rahul will be aiming to join an elite list of Indian players with 1,000 or more Test runs in England as the fourth Test against the Three Lions in Manchester draws closer.

The fourth Test match will kick off in Manchester from July 23 onwards. England leads the series 2-1.

Ending up on the losing side at Lord's during the third Test despite his second century at the iconic venue, the dependable opener will be all fired up to continue his fine run in England and deliver a match-winning contribution.

Currently, KL has 989 runs in 12 Tests and 24 innings in England, at an average of 41.20, with four centuries and two fifties. His best score is 149.

Only Sachin Tendulkar (1,575 runs in 17 Tests and 30 innings at an average of 54.31, with four centuries and eight fifties), Rahul Dravid (1,376 runs in 13 Tests and 23 innings at an average of 68.80, with six centuries and four fifties), and Sunil Gavaskar (1,152 runs in 16 Tests and 28 innings at an average of 41.14, with two centuries and eight fifties) have scored 1,000 or more Test runs by an Indian in England and KL would be raring to become the fourth one.

In three Tests and six innings so far, KL has scored 375 runs at an average of 62.50, with two centuries and a fifty, with a best score of 137. He is the fourth-highest run-getter in the series so far.

India's Test squad for England series: Shubman Gill (C), Rishabh Pant (VC), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Karun Nair, Nitish Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Dhruv Jurel, Washington Sundar, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Akash Deep, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav.

England squad for fourth Test against India: Ben Stokes (capt), Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Zak Crawley, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Jamie Smith, Josh Tongue, Chris Woakes.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living in Manchester, I'm excited to see KL play! His technique against swing bowling has improved tremendously. Though England leads, this Indian team has shown great fighting spirit throughout the series.
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Ananya R
While KL's performance is commendable, I wish our middle order showed more consistency. We can't always rely on one player to bail us out. The team needs to step up collectively if we want to win this crucial Test.
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Vikram M
The stats show how tough it is to score consistently in England conditions. To be in the same league as Sachin, Dravid and Gavaskar would be a huge achievement for KL. Hope he gets there in style with a match-winning knock! 🇮🇳
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Karan T
England's bowling attack looks strong but our boys have the talent to counter them. KL's experience will be crucial. Also, why isn't Ishan Kishan in the squad? He could have been useful in these conditions.
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Priya S
The pressure will be immense but KL has shown he can handle it. His century at Lord's was class! 🤩 Hope he continues his form and we get to see some exciting cricket. Fingers crossed for an Indian victory!

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