KL Rahul, stepping in as captain for the ODI series against South Africa, has openly discussed India’s persistent difficulties against spin bowlers. He admitted to lacking a ‘definitive answer’ to the problem, but confirmed that the batting unit is engaged in finding ways to improve. Following a disappointing Test series where spin proved a major hurdle, Rahul highlighted the team’s recognition of this weakness. He indicated a willingness to seek advice from former players and analyze past successes against spin. Rahul emphasized that overcoming these challenges will be a gradual process, not an overnight transformation. He also shed light on his personal dismissal, attributing it to execution rather than a lack of aggression, and maintaining that his approach was suitable for the game situation. Rahul is confident that the team will compartmentalize the Test series loss and focus on adapting their game for the ODI format.
