After watching his performance in person and from dailys I am very much certain that he will reach this level very soon. Even we discussed about his selection (Prior to the selection committe meeting)for the upcoming tour also. He is more capable batsman than Parthiv. But his future is depents how he suits with international conditions.
When it comes for team balance,my worry is whether sourav will prefer to place him in playing eleven.
Let Rahul playes his role as specialist batsman in the team and we can include Dinesh as wicket keeper batsman. Considering his fitness as a keeper and preserve him for next world cup we should reconsider Dravid role as a wicket keeper.