Eng vs Ind (Watch): Akash Deep gives Ben Duckett a cheeky send-off after being fired in the oval test
England and India produced high drama Day 2 of the oval testand Akash Deep At the heart of his actions when he rejected the English opener Ben Duckettcausing debate on and off the field due to his impressive send-off gestures.
Akash Deep sends Ben Duckett back to 43
Leading after British bowlers Gus Atkinsonlimiting India to 224 in the first innings, and England’s opener Duckett Zack Crawley We responded proactively and rattled the quick 92 run stand before lunch. Duckett saw an active touch of 43 off 43 cards from 38 balls. This included five fours and two sixes – poised to seize England’s advantage in the case of Akash Deep, returning to India’s Xi for the decider and breaking through at the key wicket.
Duckett, who constantly makes the Indian line anxious with his inventive shotmaking, has attempted the opposite scoop from Akash Deep. However, this time he only managed the faint edge of the wicketkeeper. Dhruv Jurelcompleted the catch to give India the first wicket of the day. The groundbreaking moment not only ended Duckett’s threatening innings, but also temporarily reduced England’s scoring tempo and provided some rest for the Indian bowlers.
However, it was an enthusiastic celebration of Akash Deep, which quickly roared on social media and became a hot topic. After securing Duckett’s wicket, Deep deliberately walked towards the English opener, engaged in a short animation exchange, placing his arm on Duckett’s shoulder in what many interpreted as a pointed send-off. Gestures drew mixed reactions online. Some fans called it an unnecessary provocation, while others saw it as a competitive spirit worthy of the high interests of the competitive Test series.
KL was satisfiedthe Indian senior player quickly stepped in and was gently drawn deep from Duckett, excluded the possibility of further conflict. Duckett stayed calm on his side, not physically responding, walking back towards the pavilion as he felt a chill on the grass.
Here’s the video:
A much-needed breakthrough in Indiaš„
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Former cricketer calls Akash Deep’s send-off unnecessarily
Former England captain Michael Atherton Former Indian wicketkeeper batter Dinesh Karthik They felt that the send-off was “necessary” and expressed their disapproval.
“He’s given Duckett a bit of a send-off, which is probably not necessary, but that’s the wicket that India desperately wanted. How many times did the bowler put his arm down after he rejected you?” Atherton was broadcast.
“I don’t know if this is the right way to send out batsmen, and I didn’t often act like Ben Duckett, especially after putting him out. Karthik replied.