IPL 2018: Watch - KL Rahul Claims to Bring Jersey-Exchange Norm in Cricket Along with Hardik Pandya
Updated - 17 May 2018, 08:19 PM
Shortly after the heartbreaking loss of Kings XI Punjab, Hardik Pandya and KL Rahul did something that was only seen in the game of soccer. The two Indian international were seen exchanging their jerseys to promote the spirit of the game.
Distraught from the loss, KXIP’s ace batsman claimed he, along with Hardik Pandya, decided to bring in this particular ritual to the game of cricket.
The game of football has often seen top players from either side exchange their jerseys, displaying proper spirit of the game. It is a well-established fact by now that the two youngsters in the Indian team are more than just colleagues.
The two are frequently seen hanging out by the pool-side, spending quality time to blow the steam-off due to the tiring regime of international cricket.
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However, Lokesh Rahul mentioned even after spending 300 days together for the Indian team. The two-months while playing in different franchises, there isn’t much love lost between them once they step onto the field.
Apparently, Rahul tries to take Hardik down and vice-versa, making sure they play hard and aggressive. Also during the conversation, KL Rahul talks about taking extra responsibility for his team being an opener.
Moreover, this is now the second occasion when KL took his team heart-breakingly close to a victory during the chase. In conclusion, the Karnataka batsman desires to take it, as a learning experience.
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Here’s the entire interaction
.@hardikpandya7 and I want to bring jersey-swap ritual to cricket: @klrahul11 tells @Moulinparikh
The in-form opener talks about the sweet gesture post a hard-fought game and their wish to popularise this act of sportsmanship.
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