"Cricket Expert Simon Doull Praises Ajinkya Rahane's IPL Record as Superior to Rohit Sharma's"

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IPL 2026: Simon Doull Backs Ajinkya Rahane Amid Criticism Over Scoring Rates

Former New Zealand cricketer, Simon Doull, has come out in support of Ajinkya Rahane amidst criticism surrounding the Kolkata Knight Riders captain's scoring rates in the ongoing IPL season. Doull, in a recent conversation on Cricbuzz, compared Rahane's performance to that of Rohit Sharma and Ishan Kishan, highlighting the veteran's contribution to the team.

Rahane faced scrutiny after struggling in KKR's season opener against Mumbai Indians and subsequent defeat against SunRisers Hyderabad. The 37-year-old addressed the criticism, stating that those questioning his performance may not be following the matches closely or have ulterior motives against him.

Doull defended Rahane by pointing out his consistent record over the past four years, emphasizing that his average and strike rate are on par with other top batters in the league. The former seamer acknowledged the pressure Rahane faces as a captain and attributed the criticism to KKR's underwhelming performance last season.

"The criticism stemmed from their poor finish last year and the current struggles. Rahane is frustrated due to the team's collective shortcomings, not solely his individual performance," Doull commented on the situation.

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