Former Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh wanted experts and Indian fans to stop criticizing KL Rahul, who would already be hurt by his form. KL Rahul has been going through a rough patch in 2023, and the calls to include Shubman Gill in place of KL Rahul in the third test are growing high.
Many experts and fans were fuming about KL Rahul’s current form and wants India to give deserving players a chance in the team. Harbhajan said Rahul would be disappointed with himself that he isn’t able to contribute properly to his team.
“Whenever a player is out of form, it is the player himself who feels the most hurt and then his family. I understand as fans you all are passionate and love your players, but don’t criticize so much that it starts affecting the player’s mental health,” Harbhajan speaking on his YouTube channel, said.
The former Indian spinner added that the player goes through a tough phase when he is not in form, and this type of criticism will affect the mental health of the player he also requested the fans not be too critical and said that Rahul is still an Indian player and respect for him much be given for his contribution to the Indian cricket.
“I request you all to understand that regardless of how KL Rahul is playing, he is still an Indian player, our player, and we need to respect that. I think he needs some time to reflect on certain aspects of his game. I can only understand how he must be feeling amidst all this.” He further added
Many experts including Venkatesh Prasad slammed KL Rahul for his batting in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The third test will be held in Indore and Shubman Gill is likely to replace Rahul in the playing.
Harbhajan Singh Hails Ravindra Jadeja For His All Round Performance
Legendary Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh has hailed all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja for his incredible performances in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2023. Jadeja has won two consecutive men of the match awards for India in this series.
Harbhajan said that Ben Stokes is the only player, who can be compared with Ravindra Jadeja as they are very few players in international cricket who can play with such impact in any match. speaking to sports Tak Harbhajan said: “In world cricket, I feel he is the best all-rounder at the moment. Only Ben Stokes can be compared with him.”
Both Jadeja and Stokes will play for Chennai Super Kings in this edition of the 2023 Indian Premier League. Csk will return to their fortress Chepauk under the leadership of legendary MS Dhoni.