KL Rahul emerged as the hero of India’s World Cup opener, steering the team to a thrilling six-wicket victory against Australia. Facing early adversity at 2-3, Rahul showcased brilliance, forming a crucial 165-run partnership with Kohli. Although he fell agonizingly short of a century at 97 runs, his memorable innings drew parallels to Gautam Gambhir’s iconic 2011 World Cup final performance, where Gambhir was famously dismissed at 97.
Fans humorously remember Gambhir
The post-match chatter among Indian cricket enthusiasts playfully revisited Gambhir’s frustrations about not receiving enough acknowledgment for his 97 in 2011, juxtaposing it with Rahul’s well-deserved ‘Man of the Match’ award in 2023, sparking humorous memes within the Desi cricket community.
Fans reaction on KL Rahul’s 97
Today Rahul's 97 run is a tribute to Gautam Gambhir's 97 in wc final vs Srilanka 🤣
— gk singh (@gksingh264) October 8, 2023
Finally Gautam Gambhir soul would be happy , after someone got a MoM for scoring those under pressure amazing 97 !!
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.#CWC23 #WorldCup2023 #WC23 #WorldCup #INDvsAUS #AUSvIND #ViratKohli𓃵 #RohitSharma𓃵 #KLRahul pic.twitter.com/3LSMfOya6F— Utkarsh (@utkarshh_tweet) October 8, 2023
After IND VS AUS Gautam gambhir asks Kl Rahul:97 runs banake man of the match kesse milta Hai#INDvsAUS
— Jaspreet Singh Dang (@17JaspreetSingh) October 9, 2023
Some 97's are better than a century ❤️🤌
Gautam Gambhir – KL Rahul 👏❤#INDvAUS pic.twitter.com/hEfMflOwB3
— Utsav 💔 (@utsav__45) October 8, 2023
Gautam Gambhir Right Now..!😭🗿#INDvsAUS #INDvAUS #KLRahul pic.twitter.com/YHM5y80VIY
— DHONIFIΞD (@Dhonified_07) October 8, 2023
KL Rahul fighting inning
Recalling the match, KL Rahul humorously revealed an unexpected start to his innings. He found himself in the shower when India suffered a rapid collapse, losing three wickets in quick succession. A hurried dash to the field ensued, where he exhibited exceptional skill and composure, orchestrating a crucial innings of 97 runs that ultimately rescued the team from a precarious situation.
KL Rahul on his knock against Australia
Rahul’s narrative carried a touch of bittersweetness as he described the closing moments of his innings. Despite striking a powerful four and a six, he was on the brink of achieving his century. However, fate took a playful turn, and the final delivery, intended to seal victory for India, sailed over the boundary for a six. This twist left Rahul in disbelief, as he found himself just three runs short of the much-coveted century—a moment blending elation for the team’s win with a tinge of personal longing for that cherished milestone.
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