KL Rahul has always been known for his elegant yet aggressive batting, and his performances at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium (Niranjan Shah Stadium), Rajkot underline exactly that. Although he has played only two ODI innings at this venue, both knocks came at No. 5 and displayed control, power, and excellent middle-order finishing ability.
Across these two matches, Rahul has scored 106 runs, averaging 53.00 with a brilliant strike rate of 129.27 a record that speaks volumes about his impact in Rajkot’s batting-friendly conditions.
KL Rahul – ODI Stats at Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Rajkot
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches | 2 |
| Innings | 2 |
| Runs | 106 |
| Highest Score | 80 |
| Average | 53.00 |
| Strike Rate | 129.27 |
| 50s | 1 |
| 100s | 0 |
| Not Outs | 0 |
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Match-by-Match ODI Performance in Rajkot
| Date | Opponent | Inns | Batting Position | Runs | Balls | Strike Rate | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Jan 2020 | Australia | 1st | 5 | 80 | 52 | 153.85 | Run Out |
| 27 Sep 2023 | Australia | 2nd | 5 | 26 | 30 | 86.67 | c Carey |
- Both innings were played at No. 5, proving his versatility and value as a middle-order stabilizer.
- His 80 (52) in 2020 remains the standout performance — a counter-attacking masterclass at a strike rate above 150.
- Even his 26(30) in 2023 was a controlled innings during a chase, showing his maturity under pressure.
- A strike rate of 129.27 shows how comfortable Rahul feels accelerating on Rajkot’s true pitch.
- Despite limited chances, he has shown exceptional consistency — never scoring below 25 at this venue.
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KL Rahul ODI performances at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium may come from only two matches, but the numbers reflect high impact and exceptional consistency. His explosive 80-run knock in 2020 remains one of his finest ODI innings in Indian conditions, while his steady innings in 2023 proved his adaptability. With an average of 53.00 and a strike rate of 129+, Rahul’s record at Rajkot stands as a reminder of how crucial he is to India’s ODI structure — especially in the middle order.
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