KL Rahul explains his batting mantra in Australia: Tighten up defence in 30 overs

Veteran India batter KL Rahul believes that tightening his defense and showing respect to the bowlers during the first 30 overs of an innings has been the key to his success in the ongoing series against Australia, where his teammates have largely struggled. Rahul has emerged as the most assured Indian batter on the tour, a fact underscored on Tuesday when he crafted a gritty 84 off 139 balls under challenging conditions, playing a crucial role in India’s total of 252 for nine on day four of the third Test.