In a gripping contest at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, India produced one of the standout moments of the 2nd T20I when wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma executed a lightning-fast MS Dhoni-esque run out to dismiss a rampant Quinton de Kock on 90. The moment arrived just as South Africa were threatening to surge towards an even bigger total, and it became an instant highlight of the match, drawing massive reactions across social media.

Jitesh Sharma’s sharp work cuts short Quinton de Kock’s masterclass

India, having won the toss and opted to bowl, were under pressure as De Kock dominated proceedings with clean, authoritative strokeplay. But on the very first ball of the 16th over, Varun Chakravarthy induced a rare error. Bowling a flatter ball outside off, he forced de Kock into an under-edge that trickled towards the wicketkeeper. Thinking he had safely played it out, De Kock momentarily stepped out of his crease.

That was all the time Jitesh needed. With immaculate presence of mind and razor-sharp glovework reminiscent of Dhoni at his peak, Jitesh collected the ball cleanly and whipped off the bails in one swift motion. De Kock’s desperate attempt to stretch back into the crease was in vain as the third umpire confirmed he was short. The South African opener, who was marching towards a well-deserved century, had to walk back for a scintillating 90, greeted by a standing ovation from the Mullanpur crowd.

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De Kock leads South Africa to a massive total in Mullanpur

Despite the heartbreak at falling short of a century, De Kock’s knock proved pivotal in powering South Africa to a formidable total (213/4) in the venue’s debut men’s international fixture. His early aggression neutralised India’s disciplined start, especially after Varun Chakravarthy dismissed Reeza Hendricks inside the PowerPlay.

De Kock then consolidated and accelerated, forging a crucial partnership with skipper Aiden Markram. Their stand laid the foundation for a potential 200-plus score before Chakravarthy returned to break the alliance in the 12th over. India found a brief opening thereafter, removing de Kock and Dewald Brevis in quick succession, hinting at a comeback.

However, the momentum shifted again as David Miller and Tristan Stubbs‘ replacement, Ferreira, unleashed a ferocious assault in the final overs. The duo targeted India’s seamers with brutal precision. Arshdeep Singh endured a particularly tough outing, conceding seven wides in a single over and struggling to regain rhythm. Jasprit Bumrah, uncharacteristically expensive, leaked 45 runs from his four overs, further aiding the visitors’ late surge.

In stark contrast, Chakravarthy emerged as India’s standout performer with the ball. His composed, probing spell not only yielded two wickets but also applied pressure during crucial phases, preventing an even bigger score.

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