On Day 3 of the first Test between India and Bangladesh, Ravichandran Ashwin produced a moment of magic, stunningly dismissing Mominul Haque during the 30th over of Bangladesh’s second innings. Ashwin, who had already played a pivotal role with the bat by scoring a century in India’s first innings, continued to shine, this time with the ball.
Ravichandran Ashwin completely bamboozled Mominul Haque
Bowling at 89.1 kph, Ashwin delivered a tossed-up ball around off-stump. Mominul, seemingly confident, moved half-forward in defense, thinking he had the line covered. However, the ball dipped sharply, spun away ever so slightly, and beat the outside edge, clipping the off-stump. It was a classic off-spinner’s delivery, demonstrating Ashwin’s precision and mastery. Mominul was dismissed for 13 off 24 balls, including three boundaries. The dismissal left the Indian team elated, and Ashwin visibly enjoyed the moment, which added to the growing pressure on Bangladesh.
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Ashwin shines as India seizes control on Day 3
By the end of Day 3, Ashwin had already claimed three wickets in Bangladesh’s second innings, making up for his lack of breakthroughs in the first innings. With two days left in the match, Ashwin’s fans will be eagerly anticipating the possibility of him completing a five-wicket haul (fifer) and further cementing his legacy in this Test match.
At stumps, Bangladesh were struggling at 158 for 4, still requiring a daunting 357 more runs to win. India, firmly in control of the game, will be looking to wrap up the match in the next two days, while Bangladesh faces an uphill battle to save the Test.
This match will be particularly memorable for Ashwin’s all-round performance, having not only contributed significantly with the bat but also leading the charge with the ball. As the Test heads into Day 4, all eyes will be on Ashwin and the Indian bowling attack to see if they can secure a dominant victory.
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