The Indian bowlers orchestrated a masterclass, outclassing the visitors’ batting order with finesse and precision. Amidst the stellar exhibition of skill, one particular moment that stood out was the dismissal of England skipper Ben Stokes. The spin artistry of Ravindra Jadeja took centre stage as he weaved a spellbinding delivery that left Stokes packing.
Ben Stokes fell well short of a boundary
The pivotal moment unfolded with finesse when Jadeja delivered a fuller-length ball just outside the off-stump line. In an attempt to assert control, Stokes gracefully dropped to one knee, seeking to thump a powerful slog sweep over the mid-wicket region. However, the execution fell short of perfection, as the left-handed batter failed to generate the desired power, connecting with the outer half of the bat.
The ball ascended into the air, a graceful ascent that encapsulated the anticipation of the stadium. Positioned strategically at mid-on, Jasprit Bumrah showcased his agility and awareness, taking a few steps backwards before securing a commendable catch.
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England’s fall-out on Day 3
Beginning the day at 207-2, England found solace in the resilient performance of Ben Duckett, who exhibited commendable intent with the bat on Day 3, crafting a magnificent innings of 153 runs. As the visitors sought stability after losing a couple of wickets, the Stokes and Ben Foakes duo took charge, attempting to anchor the innings.
However, the pendulum swung decisively in favour of the Indian bowlers during the second session, where they asserted their dominance by claiming quick wickets. Stokes emerged as the second-highest scorer for England for the day, contributing 41 runs to the total.
Mentioning the bowlers, the standout performer came from Mohammed Siraj, whose gorgeous spell yielded four crucial wickets in his 21.1 overs. Kuldeep Yadav and Jadeja also complemented the attack, securing a couple of wickets.
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