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Ravi Shastri on KL Rahul's batting position

One of the major talking points ahead of the upcoming five-match Test series between India and England is the openers who will walk out to bat for India and what role KL Rahul will be having in the Indian team.

Indian coach Ravi Shastri has hinted that Rahul could bat in the middle order and the fans can expect some surprises in the upcoming Test series starting on August 1 in Birmingham.

In an interview with ESPN, the former India international addressed various things including KL Rahul's role in the team for which Shastri said, "he has been picked as the third opener. But our batting order will always be flexible. The third opener can play anywhere in the top four. We are a very, very flexible outfit. Be prepared for that. We will surprise you guys at times."

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