KL Rahul exhibited resilience and skill, scoring his ninth Test century and third in England at Headingley. His composed, unbeaten innings, featuring 13 boundaries, helped India extend their lead after an early setback with Shubman Gill's dismissal. Rahul's landmark innings builds upon his previous centuries at the Oval and Lord's, solidifying his reputation as a formidable overseas Test batter.
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