KL Rahul Primed to Replace Virat Kohli at No. 4, Says Saba Karim

With Virat Kohli’s retirement, the Indian team faces a challenge in filling the No. 4 batting position. Saba Karim, former Chief Selector, has backed KL Rahul to take on this role in the upcoming England Test series. Karim believes Rahul is the perfect fit, capable of both stabilizing the innings and accelerating the scoring rate. Karim’s assessment is based on Rahul’s experience, technique, and proven track record in England. He also underscored Rahul’s temperament and the maturity he has developed in recent seasons, making him well-suited to the responsibility. Rahul’s Test statistics, including 3,257 runs in 58 matches with eight centuries, further support Karim’s endorsement.