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‘Revenge is a dish best served cold’ – Fans react as Shreyas Iyer takes revenge by giving back to Ben Stokes after run out in 2nd Test

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Shreyas Iyer got perfect revenge over Ben Stokes. In the second innings of the 2nd Test against England at Vizag, Iyer recreated the celebration of Stokes in the middle. India marched ahead in the game with the wicket of Stokes, which nearly confirmed the win. After that, the Indian team did not have any challenge to take the remaining wickets to ensure a win. 

In the 1st innings, India got a lead of 143 runs, thanks to a brilliant batting performance from Yashasvi Jaiswal and a great bowling spell from Jasprit Bumrah. India found themselves at 31/2 at the start of the 3rd day. They needed a good partnership to be alive in the game. It was exactly provided by the duo Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer. 

Iyer scored 28 runs in the 2nd innings before getting dismissed by Tom Hartley. The dismissal was brilliant from England, as it was not easy to claim such catches. Hartley tossed the ball up and asked Iyer to take the aerial route. Iyer fell into the trap of the left-arm orthodox spinner. The ball travelled towards the long-off region. Stokes stationed himself in the mid-off region. 

Shreyas Iyer recreates Ben Stokes’ celebration

The English captain had to run 21 meters to get close to the impact of the ball. He did make the run, got close to the ball, and ended up claiming a sensational catch. The effort of Stokes was praised by his teammates. The England skipper celebrated it by showing the index finger and indicating it as a wicket. It probably did not go well with the Indian batter who waited for his turn. 

In the 2nd innings, Iyer got an opportunity to return the favour to the English captain. Iyer threw a direct hit towards the stumps and Stokes fell short of the markup. It pleased the Indian fielder who returned this favor to Stokes by recreating the celebration he had over Iyer’s dismissal. India ended up winning the Test match by 106 runs. 

Here’s how the fans reacted to the incident –

 

 

 

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Kathmandu Gurkhas Set Modest Target for Janakpur Bolts in NPL

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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*).

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Mohammad Rizwan Faces Backlash for Underwhelming Knock in Pakistan’s Loss to South Africa

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Mohammad Rizwan has come under heavy fire for his performance during Pakistan’s loss to South Africa in a high-stakes match. Critics described his innings as lackluster, accusing him of playing a “shameless” and “criminal” knock that failed to meet the demands of the situation. His inability to accelerate scoring when required drew ire from fans and analysts alike, with many questioning his intent and decision-making under pressure.

While Rizwan’s cautious approach ensured some stability, it proved inadequate against South Africa’s aggressive game plan. His inability to shift gears in critical moments ultimately hurt Pakistan’s chances, and his performance sparked a broader debate about his role and strategy in the team’s batting order. Some commentators were particularly scathing, questioning how Rizwan could reflect on his effort given the circumstances.

The incident has added to the scrutiny of Pakistan’s overall performance in the tournament, with many demanding better strategies and execution from key players. Rizwan, regarded as a pivotal figure in the lineup, now faces the challenge of responding to the criticism and delivering under pressure in future matches.

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