KL Rahul Gifts Match Smartphone Award To Wellington Stadium Staff Member
· Sports · India Today, NDTV Sports
India wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul gifted his smartphone prize to a female member of the stadium staff after India's second ODI against New Zealand in Wellington. Rahul had received the device as the Game Changer of the Match award following India's four-run victory on November 7. During the match, Rahul remained unbeaten on 26 and shared a crucial 46-run partnership with Shreyas Iyer to steady the innings. India reached 113 for 7 in 26 overs before rain halted play, sealing the win via the DLS method and taking a 2-0 series lead. The third ODI is scheduled to take place in Hamilton on November 10.
Why it matters
The gesture brought a positive moment to an otherwise shaky batting performance, highlighting team morale as India prepares for the final match of the series.
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