Ahead of the decisive third ODI against New Zealand, Indian wicketkeeper batter KL Rahul visited the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva.

During the post-match press-conference, Ryan ten Doeschate hailed KL Rahul's ton as "a quality hundred."

Daryl Mitchell (131) struck a composed unbeaten hundred and shared a 162-run stand with Will Young (87) to guide New Zealand to a series-levelling seven-wicket win over India in the second ODI.

Former India batter Dodda Ganesh urged the team management to let KL Rahul continue batting at the number five position in the ODI format.

India legend Sunil Gavaskar heaped praise on the star player post his impressive performance in the second ODI against New Zealand.

KL Rahul is going from strength to strength as a finisher in ODIs. On Wednesday, Rahul slammed his eighth ODI century against New Zealand in Rajkot while batting at the No. 5 slot

Indian wicketkeeper batter KL Rahul was seen sharing his wisdom and experience with a group of young cricketers during Team India's training session in Vadodara.

India batter KL Rahul opened up about his on-field role in mentoring Harshit Rana during the tense chase against New Zealand in the first ODI in Vadodara, describing the experience as enjoyable.

Former India cricketers Varun Aaron and Sanjay Bangar engaged in a conversation about language during India's first ODI against New Zealand on Sunday.

India are set to play a three-match ODI series against New Zealand, starting January 11 in Vadodara.