KL Rahul's successful reentry into white-ball cricket was a standout story of India's winning run in the Asia Cup. By performing strongly with the bat, the former vice-captain solidified his place in Rohit Sharma's lineup ahead of the World Cup. In total, the 31-year-old managed to score 169 runs over the course of four matches.
A small injury forced the versatile batsman to sit out the entire group stage of the Asia Cup. However, he announced his comeback in style during the Super 4s, smashing a game-defining 111* against Babar Azam's Pakistani side. He later contributed a vital 39 runs in a low-scoring battle against Sri Lanka, helping India secure their place in the championship final.
Given Rahul's fantastic return to the squad, former Indian pacer Sreesanth wants to see him carry that momentum into the series against Australia. Sreesanth believes that consistency is key and urged Rahul to feature in every game. According to him, a dominant performance now would send a clear message to Australia that the upcoming World Cup will be a massive challenge. 'The goal is to demoralize the opposition and keep our winning streak alive,' Sreesanth noted.
Sreesanth also commented on the importance of pitch conditions for the Australian series and the management of the bowling attack. He suggested that Jasprit Bumrah should be rested if he's feeling any physical strain, leaving the decision to the player's own intuition. He stressed that the rotation of fast bowlers is essential, noting that the pacers need to focus on building effective partnerships on the field.