In a significant development for Indian cricket, KL Rahul has been appointed as the captain for the upcoming three-match ODI series against South Africa. This decision comes after newly appointed ODI captain Shubman Gill was ruled out due to an injury sustained during the first Test in Kolkata. Gill’s absence has necessitated a reshuffle in the leadership group, with Rahul stepping into the role for the first time since 2023, when he led India to a 2-1 series victory over South Africa. Additionally, vice-captain Shreyas Iyer remains unavailable as he continues his recovery from an injury picked up during the tour of Australia. The series will kick off in Ranchi on November 30, followed by matches in Raipur on December 3 and Visakhapatnam on December 6. The Indian squad boasts a mix of experienced players and emerging talents, including Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Rishabh Pant, alongside promising youngsters like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Tilak Varma. The team will look to maintain its momentum and secure a series win under Rahul’s leadership.