KL Rahul, one of India’s most versatile batters and reliable wicketkeepers, has built a strong record against Australia in One Day Internationals (ODIs). Known for his elegant stroke play and adaptability, Rahul has played multiple roles — from opener to middle-order stabilizer — often guiding India through challenging situations.
Let’s look at his complete ODI performance vs Australia (2019–2025), including key innings, stats, and analytical insights.
KL Rahul’s ODI Record vs Australia – Overall Summary
| Matches | Innings | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 100s | 50s | Highest Score | Not Outs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 17 | 733 | 61.08 | 90.94 | 0 | 6 | 97* | 4 |
Rahul averages 61.08 against Australia — a remarkable feat against one of the toughest bowling attacks in world cricket.
His strike rate of 90.94 and six fifties underline his ability to balance aggression and composure perfectly.
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Match-by-Match Batting Record vs Australia
| Date | Venue | Batting Position | Runs | Balls | Strike Rate | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Mar 2019 | Mohali | 3 | 26 | 31 | 83.87 | c Carey b Zampa |
| 09 Jun 2019 | London (Oval) | 6 | 11* | 3 | 366.67 | – |
| 14 Jan 2020 | Mumbai | 3 | 47 | 61 | 77.05 | c Smith b Agar |
| 17 Jan 2020 | Rajkot | 5 | 80 | 52 | 153.85 | Run out |
| 19 Jan 2020 | Bengaluru | 2 | 19 | 27 | 70.37 | lbw b Agar |
| 27 Nov 2020 | Sydney | 5 | 12 | 15 | 80.00 | c Smith b Zampa |
| 29 Nov 2020 | Sydney | 5 | 76 | 66 | 115.15 | c Hazlewood b Zampa |
| 02 Dec 2020 | Canberra | 5 | 5 | 11 | 45.45 | lbw b Agar |
| 17 Mar 2023 | Mumbai | 5 | 75* | 91 | 82.42 | – |
| 19 Mar 2023 | Vizag | 5 | 9 | 12 | 75.00 | lbw b Starc |
| 22 Mar 2023 | Chennai | 4 | 32 | 50 | 64.00 | c Abbott b Zampa |
| 22 Sep 2023 | Mohali | 4 | 58* | 63 | 92.06 | – |
| 24 Sep 2023 | Indore | 4 | 52 | 38 | 136.84 | b Green |
| 27 Sep 2023 | Rajkot | 5 | 26 | 30 | 86.67 | c Carey b Starc |
| 08 Oct 2023 | Chennai | 5 | 97* | 115 | 84.35 | – |
| 19 Nov 2023 | Ahmedabad | 5 | 66 | 107 | 61.68 | c Inglis b Starc |
| 04 Mar 2025 | Dubai | 6 | 42* | 34 | 123.53 | – |
Highlights & Key Performances
- Highest Score: 97* (vs Australia, Chennai, Oct 2023)
- Best Strike Rate Innings: 80 (52 balls, Rajkot 2020 – 153.85 SR)
- Most Consistent Venue: Sydney & Chennai — multiple fifties
- Total Not Outs: 4, showing his strong finishing ability
Rahul has often acted as a finisher, steering India home in tricky run chases — particularly evident in Mumbai (2023) and Chennai (2023).
Performance Analysis
1. Middle-Order Maestro
KL Rahul has excelled at No. 4 and No. 5, where his calm temperament helps India recover from early wickets. His average above 60 in these positions shows his value as a dependable run-anchor.
2. Strength vs Spin & Pace
He’s handled both Adam Zampa’s leg-spin and Mitchell Starc’s pace smartly — rotating strike frequently and attacking bad balls.
3. Consistency in Big Matches
From the 2019 World Cup to the 2023 ODI World Cup Final, Rahul’s record vs Australia in ICC and bilateral series proves his reliability under pressure.
Statistical Insights
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Runs | 733 |
| Total Balls Faced | 806 |
| Batting Average | 61.08 |
| Strike Rate | 90.94 |
| Fifties | 6 |
| Highest Score | 97* |
| Not Outs | 4 |
| 100s | 0 |
| Ducks | 0 |
Expert View
Cricket experts often describe KL Rahul’s ODI game as “technically perfect, mentally calm, and tactically smart.”
Against Australia, he’s proven to be India’s “sheet anchor”, capable of rebuilding innings and finishing games alike.
His adaptability to bat at any position between 1 and 6 makes him one of India’s most flexible modern ODI players.
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Conclusion
KL Rahul’s ODI record vs Australia (2019–2025) reflects consistency, class, and clutch temperament.
With six fifties and several not-out finishes, Rahul has evolved into one of India’s most dependable players in 50-over cricket.
As he continues his journey as a senior batter and occasional captain, Rahul’s ability to stabilize and finish innings against top-tier attacks like Australia’s will remain a cornerstone of India’s ODI success.
