KL Rahul scores 19-ball 39 as Gautam Gambhir praises his aggressive start vs Afghanistan

In the first ODI against Afghanistan, KL Rahul scores 39 runs off 19 balls in a rapid innings that draws praise from India head coach Gautam Gambhir. According to NDTV, Gambhir is impressed by Rahul’s “blitzkrieg” approach, highlighting the impact of the innings on India’s momentum in the match. The reporting focuses on Rahul’s quick scoring and the coaching reaction, presenting the innings as a standout moment in India’s chase or batting phase (as described by the outlet). No additional match details such as the final team totals, Rahul’s dismissal, or the outcome of the game are provided in the supplied text. Overall, the sources agree on the key elements: Rahul’s 19-ball 39 in the first ODI against Afghanistan and Gambhir’s positive reaction to the aggressive batting display.