KL Rahul Gave a masterclass in patience and composer at 4 of the first Test in Headingley, anchor of India’s second innings against England in an important century. The 33 -year -old was standing long again, not out of 120 by 227 balls in tea breaks as India led the 300 -run mark. Rahul’s innings came at a significant turn. Following the initial disadvantage of Captain Shubman Gill, he associated the forces with the vice-captain Rishabh Pant-who were equally explosives in this test-to stabilize the wall and disappoint the England bowlers on a surface that was still sufficient for pacers. Their shot selection and ability to wear attacks ensured that India wore the day 4. Outside the field, Rahul’s gritty knock attracted a wave of praise, no one more hearty than his wife, Athiya Shetty, The former Bollywood actress took a simple but touching message on Instagram to share widely among fans.

Athiya Shetty’s Instagram Story for KL Rahul’s Century (image through X/@Athiyashetty)

,This is a special,, Athiya wrote, who has more than 4.7 million followers on stage. She has often been a quiet pillar of support for Rahul, and her post quickly went viral to celebrate her latest milestone.

As Rahul appears to push India towards a unavailable lead to go on the last day, his calm disregard in the headingley has once again outlined why he remains one of India’s most reliable top -order batsmen in testing of foreign conditions. Apart from the right -handed batsman, wicketkeeper batter Rishabh Pant also created a century. His explosive 118 from 140 balls set a tone for India’s solid innings.