Summary
KL Rahul, standing in as India’s captain, said the team must be sharper in crucial moments and noted that the toss influenced the match as India suffered a four-wicket defeat to South Africa in the second ODI.
Key Points
- India lost by four wickets in the second ODI against South Africa.
- Rahul emphasized sharper execution in key moments for the team.
- He highlighted the toss as a decisive factor in the home team's performance.
- The match followed a performance where India aimed for a competitive target but fell short.
Quotes
"350 looks good, but…" — KL Rahul on the target after the four-wicket loss (paraphrased from his remarks about the scoreline and conditions).
Context
- The defeat keeps the series within reach for South Africa, while India seeks improvements across both batting and bowling departments.
- Rahul’s leadership underlines the need for higher intensity in the field and tighter death-overs bowling.
Author’s Note
Rahul stresses sharper moments and cites toss influence as pivotal in the outcome of the match.
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Moneycontrol — 2025-12-04