Not long ago, Ajinkya Rahane stood up to voices doubting how fast he scores in the IPL. As captain of the Kolkata Knight Riders, he hinted that some critics might be pushing a hidden motive. At thirty-seven, batting at the top recently, he’s reshaped his play for today’s game. Still, remarks keep coming, which sting even when trying to shift gears on the field. Each time someone questions his rhythm, it feels less about numbers, more about noise.
After KKR’s big loss by 65 runs to Sunrisers, Rahane dismissed worries over how fast he scores. Close observers would see it differently, he said, those who complain might not grasp what really happens on the field. According to him, some of the noise likely comes from others’ bitterness about his success. He followed an innings of 8 runs from 10 deliveries during a tough target of 227; Kolkata fell short at 161 in 16 overs.
Ajinkya Rahane backs his intent despite criticism
He pointed out that one inning does not reveal how a player truly plays. Right off the bat, he noted his track record since 2020 shows steady growth. His scoring pace stacks up against opponents, proof of adaptation over time. Still, timing can slip, even on good days. These rough patches are normal. Every hitter faces them. What matters is staying ready when rhythm returns.
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That big hit 67 from just 40 balls, in the first game against Mumbai. He brought it up again, showing he sticks to his way. Critics keep waiting for him to act a certain way at the crease; instead, they’re caught off guard by how sharply he attacks now, something he’s built over time.
Taking big swings early isn’t without danger, Rahane pointed out. Still, he stands by his game, seeing setbacks as the price of staying bold. Instincts guide him more than opinions do, said the KKR skipper. Outside chatter doesn’t steer his choices; He leans on what feels right in the moment.
Still facing heat, Rahane stayed upbeat, saying it feels good just being in the conversation, praise or otherwise. On top of that, he pointed out how the pairings at the start have been sticking well together lately.
Fresh off last season, Rahane piled up 390 runs across 13 games, his strike rate ticking at 147.73, a quiet nod to how he reshapes his game without making noise. While others chase flair, he leans into consistency, showing up differently each time yet always finding ways to matter in the IPL grind.
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