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Mystery behind Joe Root-Ben Stokes pinky finger celebration
On Day One of the ongoing fourth Test against India, former England skipper Joe Root rescued the team from the collapse. After winning the toss and electing to bat first, the Three Lions were 112/5 before Lunch. However, Root and Ben Foakes put together 113 runs including the visitors not losing a wicket in the second session. While the latter failed to get his fifty, the former Test skipper got his first hundred of the series.
After getting the milestone, current England Test skipper Ben Stokes could be seen gesturing the Pinky Finger celebration and Root reciprocated. Talking about the mystery behind the celebration, it all started when India traveled to England to play a one-off Test and white-ball series in 2022. The Red Ball game wasn’t part of the initial plans. Apparently, this Test match was scheduled for another date in 2021 as some of the members of the Indian camp were tested for COVID-19.
Meanwhile, ahead of the game, the European team decided on a movie night. They watched a Hollywood film called ‘Elvis,’ a biological drama based on legendary musician Elvis Presley. Austin Butler played the lead, and the movie was a massive hit at the box office.
“Ben (England coach McCullum) has wanted us to be entertainers, he’s mentioned trying to be ‘rock stars’ on the field,” Root later mentioned after guiding England to a seven-wicket win. “Ben watched the Elvis Presley film the other day, and he’s been doing that all week, so it’s a little tribute to him.”
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Joe Root helps the team out of a rut
Meanwhile, the ODI World Cup 2019 winner continues to remain at the crease. On Day One, he went unbeaten in the dressing room, alongside Ollie Robinson, who is playing his first Test in India. The latter scored his maiden Test fifty before getting out to Ravindra Jadeja. At the time of writing, the visitors have lost nine wickets for 351.
The Janakpur Bolts clinched a playoff berth in the Nepal Premier League following a decisive victory over the Kathmandu Gurkhas. In a low-scoring encounter, the Gurkhas set a modest target of 102 runs, with their batting lineup struggling against the disciplined Bolts’ bowling attack. Sushan Bhari led the charge, taking crucial wickets and restricting the opposition’s scoring opportunities.
The Bolts chased the target with composure, showcasing strong batting performances from their top order. Opener Arjun Saud played a steady innings, while other batters ensured no major collapses en route to victory. This win solidifies Janakpur’s position in the league standings and marks their entry into the playoffs, where they will look to maintain their momentum.
For Kathmandu Gurkhas, the loss is a significant setback, leaving them on the brink of elimination. The team’s inability to capitalize on key moments, particularly in their batting, highlighted their struggles in the tournament.
With their playoff spot secured, the Bolts have demonstrated consistency and resilience, making them strong contenders for the title. Fans eagerly anticipate their upcoming matches as the tournament heads into its decisive stages.
Karnali Yaks posted 128/7 in 20 overs against Lumbini Lions in their Nepal Premier League clash. Contributions from the middle order, especially Sharad Vesawkar (30 runs) and Sunil Dhamala (25 runs), helped stabilize the innings after a shaky start. Lumbini Lions bowlers, led by Sompal Kami and Lalit Rajbanshi, kept Karnali’s scoring in check with disciplined bowling.
The Lions now face a manageable chase to secure their second win of the season.
Kathmandu Gurkhas, after opting to bat first, set Janakpur Bolts a modest target of 102 runs in their ongoing Nepal Premier League (NPL) match. Kathmandu’s innings ended at 101/10 in 19.3 overs. They struggled throughout, with only Gerhard Erasmus (20) and Stephen Eskinazi (17) offering resistance. The rest of the batting line-up faltered, with notable contributions from Karan KC (19) and Shahab Alam (8*).
Janakpur’s bowlers dominated, with Lalit Rajbanshi and Sher Malla both taking three wickets each, while Mohammad Mohsin added two. The Bolts are now tasked with chasing a relatively low total to secure the win.
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