KL Rahul scores career-high 129 in ODI against West Indies

Indian wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul scored an unbeaten 129 runs off 87 balls in the third ODI against the West Indies at the PCA International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh. Despite his career-high ODI score, which included 10 fours and six sixes, India lost the match as the West Indies successfully chased down a target of 352. The result prevented India from securing a clean sweep of the bilateral series, though India won the series 2-1.

Rahul noted that the innings was vital for testing his ability to bat in the middle order as he prepares for the 2027 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup. He emphasized the importance of gaining extended time at the crease to refine his technique in this role.

Statistically, Rahul has demonstrated significant proficiency at the number five position, maintaining an average of 68.58 across 36 innings. This performance also saw him surpass the 3,500-run milestone in One Day Internationals.