KL Rahul Approaches 9000 International Runs Ahead of Lord's Test

KL Rahul is on the brink of a significant milestone, needing just 199 runs to reach 9000 international runs. As India gears up for the third Test against England at Lord's, Rahul's impressive statistics and recent performances highlight his crucial role in the team. With a strong track record at Lord's and a historic win in the previous Test, all eyes will be on him to achieve this feat on one of cricket's most prestigious stages. Discover more about his journey and the team's recent successes in this article.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 9, 2025, 19:28 IST

KL Rahul's Milestone Within Reach

KL Rahul, the seasoned Indian batter, is on the verge of a significant career achievement, needing just 199 runs to reach the 9000-run mark in international cricket. The upcoming third Test against England at the historic Lord's Cricket Ground presents a prime opportunity for him to accomplish this feat.

Current Statistics

To date, Rahul has scored 8801 runs across 217 international matches in all formats. In Test cricket, he has participated in 60 matches, accumulating 3493 runs, including nine centuries. His highest Test score of 199 was achieved against England.

In One Day Internationals (ODIs), he has played 85 matches, amassing 3043 runs with seven centuries, his top score being 112 against New Zealand. Additionally, in T20 Internationals (T20Is), he has scored 2265 runs in 72 matches, featuring two centuries, with a best score of 110 not out against the West Indies.

Rahul's Journey in International Cricket

Rahul made his international debut in Test cricket in 2014 against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Over the years, he has adapted to various batting positions but has consistently excelled as an opener. His recent innings of 137 in the first Test against England at Headingley showcased his current form and importance to the team.

With impressive performances throughout the England tour, Rahul aims to maintain his momentum in the third Test at Lord's, hoping to achieve the 9000-run milestone on one of cricket's grandest stages.

Performance at Lord's

In his two Test appearances at Lord's, Rahul has scored a total of 152 runs, including one century.

India's Historic Win at Edgbaston

In the second Test match, England chose to bat first. After an early dismissal of KL Rahul (2), a partnership of 80 runs between Yashasvi Jaiswal (87 off 107 balls, with 13 fours) and Karun Nair (31 off 50 balls, with five fours) helped India stabilize.

Captain Shubman Gill formed crucial partnerships, scoring 269 runs off 387 balls, including 30 fours and three sixes, alongside Ravindra Jadeja (89 off 137 balls) and Washington Sundar (42 off 103 balls). India posted a total of 587 runs.

Shoaib Bashir was the standout bowler for England with figures of 3/167. In England's first innings, India had them struggling at 84/5, but a remarkable 303-run partnership between Harry Brook (158 off 234 balls) and Jamie Smith (184* off 207 balls) turned the tide. However, Siraj (6/70) and Akash Deep (4/88) managed to take the last five wickets for just 20 runs, restricting England to 407 runs and gaining a 180-run lead.

India's response featured a quick half-century partnership between Jaiswal (28 off 22 balls) and KL Rahul, who scored 55 off 84 balls with ten boundaries. A 110-run partnership for the fourth wicket between Rishabh Pant (65 off 58 balls) and Gill, followed by a 175-run stand with Jadeja, saw India declare at 427/6, setting England a daunting target of 608 runs.

During England's chase, they were reduced to 50/3, with Jamie Smith (88 off 99 balls) being the only bright spot as they were bowled out for 271 runs, losing by 336 runs, thanks to an outstanding performance from Akash Deep, who took a ten-wicket haul.