"Proud Always": Suniel Shetty Celebrates KL Rahul's 10,000 Run Milestone
Actor Suniel Shetty celebrates as son-in-law KL Rahul hits a massive milestone of 10,000 international runs during the ODI against West Indies.
Bollywood veteran Suniel Shetty was all smiles as he witnessed a historic moment in Indian cricket. The actor took to social media to express his immense pride in his son-in-law, star batter KL Rahul, who reached the incredible landmark of 10,000 international runs during Saturday's match.
While watching India’s third ODI against the West Indies unfold on his television, Shetty couldn't hide his excitement. Sharing the momentous occasion on Instagram, the actor penned a heartfelt tribute to the cricketer, writing, “Just Rahul being Rahul. Proud always.” The celebration was a family affair, as Shetty's son, Ahan Shetty, also took to his Instagram stories to cheer on the batsman's monumental achievement.
A Masterclass Against West Indies
KL Rahul's journey to the 10,000-run club was marked by a spectacular performance during the third ODI. Facing a challenging situation where India had slumped to 4/2, Rahul stepped up to turn the tide. Following half-centuries from Rohit Sharma and Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rahul unleashed a blistering innings.
He smashed his ninth ODI century in just 80 deliveries, finishing with an unbeaten 129* off 87 balls. His explosive knock included 10 boundaries and 6 massive sixes, maintaining a strike rate of over 148. This performance made him only the 15th Indian cricketer to ever reach the 10,000-run milestone in international cricket.
The Numbers Behind the Legend
Rahul's statistical breakdown showcases his versatility across all three formats of the game. After 243 matches and 281 innings, his career totals stand as follows:
- Overall International Stats: 10,094 runs at an average of 41.03, featuring 23 centuries and 63 fifties.
- One Day Internationals (ODIs): 3,541 runs in 101 matches, averaging 51.31 with a strike rate above 92, including 9 centuries.
- Test Cricket: 4,288 runs in 70 matches, averaging 36.64 with 12 centuries and a career-best of 199.
- T20 Internationals (T20Is): 2,265 runs in 72 matches, averaging 37.75 with a strike rate of 139 and 2 centuries.
His recent century was not just about the milestone; it was also a record-breaking feat for his position. His 129* is now the third-highest score by an Indian batter while batting at number five, trailing only Yuvraj Singh's 139 against Australia and MS Dhoni's 134 against England.