Watch: Chris Wookes stuns with a sharp reflective catch to remove Karun Nair on the fourth day of the Eng vs Ind Headingley test
Headingley Test between England and India I saw a dramatic moment on the fourth day Chris Walksafter a long test spell, courtesy of his own athletic ability, he finally broke through with a wicket. The sharp reflections and presence of the heart of England’s pacers are Karun Nyamarked an important turning point when England tried to take away a way back to the contest. The catch not only ended Nia’s resistance, but also highlighted the tension and skills of the high stakes on display in this rivet test match.
Chris Walke pretends to be blind to dismiss Karun Nia on the fourth day of the Headingley test
After bowling tirelessly in both innings, Woakes’ permanence was rewarded for the 86th of India’s two innings. He delivered a more fulfilling ball outside the stump and seduced Nair into a drive. Nair was trying to push India further, leaning forward and hitting the ball firmly, but then regaining the pitch straight. In an instant, Wookes responded, stretching low with a follow-through, grabbing a sharp reflective catch just a few inches from the grass.
The firing was at Woakes’ first wicket, the 39 over effort and the 15th first wicket of two innings. For Nair, who managed 20 runs from 54 balls on three boundaries, it was a disappointing end to his Test comeback after seven years off the side, especially following the duck in the first innings. The timing of the wicket was very important for England, who came soon. Brydon car I deleted the well set KL was satisfied In previous overs, he quickly gave the hosts two wickets in succession, giving them a faint hope of hope.
Here’s the video:
Two overs!
This time it’s amazing. Karun Nair tips straight into bowlers for a simple C&B.
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India set a massive total against England in Headingley
Despite being a hero of Woakes, this day was primarily part of Indian batting. Rishab pants. Rahul put together a stunning 137 balls with 18 boundaries, 137 off, but the offensive 118 from Pant’s 140 delivery included three sixes and 15 fours. Together, they sewed a horrific 195-run partnership for the fourth wicket, driving India into the position of commander.
With their efforts, India ensured that England would set a difficult target of 371 after being bowled in 364 in 96 overs in two innings. The visitor advantage was emphasized by the resilience and talent shown by both Centurions, straightened out in the 30 minutes of the fourth day with the English batsman on the final day. In England, Josh’s tongue He appeared as the most successful bowler, claiming three wickets on 72 runs, but the mountain before this remains steep, especially considering India’s recent heartbreak when England chased 378 in Birmingham in 2022.