Ajinkya Rahane's Test career is one of Indian cricket's greatest statistical paradoxes. His average of 38.46 falls short of the elite, yet the numbers hide a batter who thrived overseas, delivered in crises and played defining roles in historic victories.
This data-driven feature explores why Rahane's legacy extends far beyond conventional statistics and career aggregates.
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