in a catching competition at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur India WicketKeeper produced one of the standout moments of the 2nd T20I Jitesh Sharma it was done with lightning speed Ms dhoniReverse ran out to give up a rampant Quinton de Kock In the 90th year. It came just as South Africa were threatening to build up to an even bigger total and it was the instant highlight of the match, the effect of the massive reaction on social media.
Jitesh Sharma’s sharp work cut short Quinton de Kock’s masterclass
India won the toss and were under pressure as judged by Kok’s clean, authoritative stroke, choosing to bowl. But on the first ball of the 16th over, Varun Chakravarthy made a rare mistake. Bowling, A straight ball outside off, he forces the kock to an edge that goes towards the wicketeeper. Thinking he had played it safe, Cock suddenly emerged from his crouch.
This is what Jitesh needed all the time. Reminiscent of Dhoni at his peak with his mind and razor flawlessness, Jitesh collected the ball cleanly and took the bail in one swift move. As the third umpire confirmed it was short, Kock’s desperate attempt to retreat was futile. The South African opener, on his way to a well-deserved century, had to go back for a scintilla, receiving a standing ovation from the Mullanpur crowd.
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De Kock leads South Africa massively in Mullanpur
Despite being dependent on the fall of a century, Kock’s knock proved pivotal in powering South Africa to a mammoth total (213/4) in the venue’s debut men’s international fixture. His early aggression neutralized India’s disciplined start, especially later on Varun chakraborty rejected Reeza Hendricks Inside PowerPlay.
De Kock then combined and sped up for a decisive partnership with Skier Aiden Markram. Their stand scored 200 plus points before Chakravarthy returned to break the tie in 12th over. India then found a short opening, de Kock and Dewald brevis In quick succession, cue the comeback.
But the momentum has shifted again David Miller and Tristan Stubbs‘Change, Ferreira, made a fierce attack at the end. The duo targeted India’s greats with brutal precision. Arshdeep Singh Together they endured a particularly rough ride, falling seven wide and struggling to regain their rhythm. Jasprit Bumrahexcrementally expensive, leaky 45, fourth, 45 45 runs that helped the visitors accelerate late.
In stark contrast, Chakravarthy has emerged as India’s solid performer with the ball. The way he was drafted, his experience not only produced two wickets, but also applied pressure during crucial phases, preventing an even bigger score.
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