KL Rahul’s composed 62 not out steered India to a commanding position on Day 2 of the second Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test in Perth. His steadfast partnership with Yashasvi Jaiswal (90*) guided India to 172 without loss, establishing a formidable 218-run lead. Sunil Gavaskar commended Rahul’s innings, emphasizing its role in easing pressure on Jaiswal and solidifying India’s dominance.