When asked about his batting position with Rohit coming back to the Xi for the pink ball day-night Test, Rahul came up with a cheeky reply. \"I have been told where I will bat, but I was also told not to tell anyone,\u201d he told reporters in the pre-match press conference.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rahul emphasised his readiness to adapt to any position, reflecting his team-first approach. \"I just want to be in the playing XI, go out there, and bat for the team. I try to understand what is needed in a particular situation and how I can contribute. Luckily, I have batted in different positions, so it doesn\u2019t bother me as much anymore.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The wicketkeeper-batter , who has batted across five positions in Test cricket\u2014including No.3, No.4, and No.6 besides opening\u2014acknowledged that early in his career, switching roles was mentally challenging.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Initially, adapting to different positions, especially those first 20-25 balls, was difficult. Questions like, 'How early can I attack?' were on my mind. But with experience across formats, it has become easier,\" he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Tasked with opening alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rahul played a pivotal role in a 200-plus-run partnership, marking the first such feat by an Indian opening pair in Tests against Australia. The partnership laid the foundation for India\u2019s dominance in the second innings and showcased Rahul\u2019s ability to adapt and deliver under pressure.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Initially, adapting to different positions, especially those first 20-25 balls, was difficult. Questions like, 'How early can I attack?' were on my mind. But with experience across formats, it has become easier,\" he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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