Opener KL Rahul is all set to become Indian team’s vice-captain for the three-Test series against South Africa.
“KL Rahul is going to be Virat Kohli’s deputy for the three Test series,” a senior BCCI official confirmed.
NEWS – KL Rahul named vice-captain of Test team for South Africa series.
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KL Rahul replaces Rohit Sharma as vice-captain, who was ruled out of the Test series owing to a hamstring injury.
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“The All-India Senior selection committee has named KL Rahul as vice-captain for the upcoming 3-match Test series against South Africa. KL Rahul replaces Rohit Sharma as vice-captain, who was ruled out of the Test series owing to a hamstring injury,” BCCI said in a release.