KL Rahul's adaptability has made him India's dependable middle-order pillar in ODIs. From rebuilding innings to accelerating against different bowling attacks, the wicketkeeper-batter has mastered the art of switching roles. As India prepare for the challenges in South Africa, Rahul's ability to thrive across conditions and batting positions offers the team a crucial sense of stability.

Team India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak on Monday revealed that the management is also considering keeping Arshdeep Singh, Gurnoor Brar and Auqib Nabi back for the Test camp, and head coach Gautam Gambhir will soon make the final call. Kotak and bowling coach Morne Morkel will go with the Test team, whereas Gambhir will stay back with the ODI team.