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Xtra Time Web Desk: Indian batter KL Rahul has been declared fit for the Perth Test starting from November 22. Team India's Yogesh Parmar updated on Rahul’s injury that he has recovered from his elbow injury that he sustained in the intra-squad match simulation.

He stated, “I took him for the x-ray and scan and, based upon the reporting, I was a lot more confident that he should be fine. It was just a matter of controlling the pain and giving him some confidence." And further added, "From a medical point of view, he is absolutely fine.” The BCCI also delivered a statement, informing “After being hit on his elbow on Day 1 of the match simulation, KL Rahul has recovered and is raring to go.” 

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After being hit on his elbow on Day 1 of the match simulation, KL Rahul has recovered and is raring to go ????????#TeamIndia | #AUSvIND | @klrahul pic.twitter.com/FhVDSNk8tv

— BCCI (@BCCI) November 17, 2024

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