ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: [WATCH]- KL Rahul Shows A Bright Smile As His Decision To Review Via DRS Turns Out To Be Correct

During the 2023 World Cup match against Sri Lanka on Thursday, India’s wicketkeeper KL Rahul continued to impress with his clever and accurate wicket-keeping skills. The Indian team won the match by a huge 302-run margin, securing a spot in the semi-finals.

In the game, India went up to bat first and put up a huge score of 357/8 in 50 overs. Afterward, their group of fast bowlers disrupted the Sri Lankan batting order, getting them all out for a low score of 55 runs in 19.4 overs.

KL Rahul’s astute DRS review recommendation in the 12th over drew the interest of fans and spectators during the dynamic second innings. Mohammed Shami delivered a length ball down the leg side, and Dushmantha Chameera attempted a flick shot but didn’t connect as intended.

Umpire Chris Brown called it a wide, but KL Rahul promptly advised Rohit Sharma to request a review. The third umpire determined Chameera was out, as the replays indicated the ball had brushed his gloves.

After the on-field decision was reversed, Rahul was seen wearing a satisfied smile. You can watch KL Rahul’s response here:

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“He is absolutely important with the DRS”- Rohit Sharma on KL Rahul

During the post-match presentation, Indian captain Rohit Sharma mentioned that KL Rahul plays a vital role in making decisions regarding DRS reviews. Sharma stated:

“He is absolutely important with the DRS. I have left it to the bowleer and the keeper. I have to find the individuals I can trust in DRS. Playing as an unit, couple of decisions goes can go either ways. It was fifty fifty today.”

When discussing India’s performance in the World Cup up to this point, Sharma said:

“Very happy knowing that we have officially qualified now. It has be a good effort from the entire squad. When we started in Chennai, our first goal was to qualify in the semis. It’s very pleasing to see when things are going our way.”

Rohit also praised the consistent performance of the bowling department in the tournament. Regarding the bowling unit and what lies ahead, Sharma further mentioned:

“To produce two magnificent bowling performances shows the quality of the seamers. They have got so much skill set, all in all it was very pleasing to watch and I hope they continue to do that way.”

”South Africa are playing good cricket and it will be a great spectacle for the people of Kolkata and they are gonna enjoy it.”

The next match for Team India is scheduled against South Africa on Sunday, November 5, at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

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