Rahane’s overall performance was hailed by each fans and former cricketers who named his effectively-constructed hundred fifty.
India are presently at 268/5 and have taken a lead of 73 runs more than the hosts. Ravindra Jadeja is batting at 36 with Rahane.
Earlier, Rahane drew praise for his tactical acumen with former stars hailing his successful bowling modifications that place the guests in a dominating position in the second Test against Australia right here on Saturday.
Rahane is top the side in the absence of typical captain Virat Kohli, who is on paternity leave.
Whether it was the early introduction of off-spinner R Ashwin or the selection to hold back debutant Mohammed Siraj, all his ploys yielded benefits and sooner or later the hosts have been all out for 195.
Australia opted to bat but it was India that seized the initiative with Rahane shuffling his bowlers smartly to retain the hosts beneath the pump.