India, March 3 -- KL Rahul has once again found himself at the centre of criticism after a disappointing performance behind the stumps against New Zealand in the Champions Trophy. Frustrated fans are calling for Gautam Gambhir and Rohit Sharma to make a tough decision - bench Rahul and give Rishabh Pant a chance, as he has been sidelined since the England ODIs. But is dropping Rahul truly justified, or is he being made a scapegoat once again?

This isn't the first time he has faced the axe prematurely, often losing his place without being given an extended run. Rahul, 32, has been the quintessential team player, willingly adapting to every role - whether opening the innings, batting in the middle order, or donning the gloves across format...