On Sunday, October 8, India squared off against Australia in a gripping encounter, ultimately clinching victory by six wickets after chasing down a target of 200 runs. The pivotal partnership between KL Rahul and Virat Kohli steered India to this win. While Kohli contributed a commendable 85 runs, Rahul remained unbeaten with a stellar 97 runs, rounding off the match with a triumphant six that had fans erupting in joy.
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Rahul's spouse, Athiya, couldn't contain her pride and admiration. She initially posted a photo of Virat and Rahul, draped in the Indian flag. Subsequently, she uploaded a clip of Rahul's match-winning six, captioning it "Best guy ever" accompanied by a heart emoji, epitomising her pride and the nation's admiration for Rahul.
Actor Ayushmann Khurrana also took to social media to laud KL Rahul.
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar weighed in, expressing his astonishment at Australia's decision to bat first post winning the toss. He lauded the Indian bowlers for limiting Australia to 199 and felt the Aussies lacked a left-arm spinner for the pitch. He further highlighted the decisive partnership between Virat and Rahul, noting their strategic gameplay and the improved ball movement in the latter half of the match. He concluded by congratulating Team India on their commendable start.
Earlier in 2023, KL Rahul and Athiya, Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty's daughter, exchanged vows in an intimate ceremony. This event, held at Suniel Shetty's Khandala farmhouse named 'Jahan', was graced by notable figures from both the cricketing and film worlds. The couple wed on Monday, January 23, marking the culmination of their three-year romance.
On the cricket front, Rahul's outstanding knock of 97 runs off 115 balls, embellished with eight fours and two sixes, showcased his prowess and tenacity. His decisive boundary against Pat Cummins was the highlight. Moreover, his significant 165-run stand with Virat Kohli played a pivotal role in anchoring India's innings, particularly after the early exits of Kishan, Rohit, and Shreyas Iyer.
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