KL Rahul scored his ninth Test century for India. With Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli absent, India’s opener Rahul stepped up in the ongoing first Test against England. The opening match of the five-game series is being played at Headingley, Leeds.
After showing great promise in the first innings, KL Rahul played a crucial knock in the second innings. Thriving under pressure, he gave his team a strong chance to win the opening Test.
From the start, Rahul looked confident at the crease. In the last session of day three, the right-hander played some elegant drives that were a treat to watch. However, he had to work hard during the first session of day four.
On a day marked by overcast skies and challenging batting conditions, Rahul displayed class and patience. He carefully respected good deliveries and held the innings together, all while scoring runs to help India build a healthy lead.
KL Rahul first reached a solid half-century and then, when his team needed a big score, delivered with a classy century. He reached his hundred off 202 balls, marking his ninth century in Test cricket.
Fans React on X as KL Rahul Smashes a Stunning Century in IND vs ENG Test Second Innings
KL Rahul rose to the occasion with a sensational century under pressure in the second innings of the IND vs ENG Test, earning widespread praise from fans on X (formerly Twitter). Admirers hailed his composed yet explosive knock, sharing excited and heartfelt reactions. Here are a few standout responses:
We often hear, KL Rahul doesn’t show up when India needs him the most, well, next time they say that, just show them this innings. What a century in the second innings at Leeds! KLR is standing tall 👏 pic.twitter.com/bxFqjBpxT9
— Vipin Tiwari (@Vipintiwari952) June 23, 2025
KL Rahul never scores ugly runs. Another iconic well deserved century pic.twitter.com/P7hob5XHF3
— Div🦁 (@div_yumm) June 23, 2025
There are barely anything more beautiful than an in form KL Rahul. pic.twitter.com/eWWDT8Lvkf
— Heisenberg ☢ (@internetumpire) June 23, 2025
Watching him bat this innings is like watching the MCC coaching manual in action. Top top knock from a high class batter. Well played @klrahul 👏🏻 #ENGvIND pic.twitter.com/Tjy4sImfSd
— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) June 23, 2025
KL Rahul before playing a gritty innings today pic.twitter.com/6pxJ0I43sg
— Sagar (@sagarcasm) June 23, 2025