'He is responsible,': Avesh Khan thanks Shubman Gill for 'FREEDOM' with bowl vs Zimbabwe in 3rd T20I

In a thrilling T20 match on Wednesday, July 11, 07, 2024, India emerged victorious against Zimbabwe, winning by a margin of 23 runs. India batted first, posting a challenging total of 182/4 in ir 20 overs. Shubman Gill top-scored with 66 runs, supported by Ruturaj Gaikw's 49 and Yashasvi Jaiswal's 36. standout bowler for Zimbabwe was Sikandar Raza, who claimed 2 wickets for 24 runs. In response, Zimbabwe managed 159/6 in ir 20 overs, with Dion Myers contributing an unbeaten 65, but y fell short of target. Washington Sundar shone with ball, taking 3 wickets for 15 runs. match was held at Harare Sports Club with India taking a 2-1 le in T20 series.

Avesh Khan hails Shubman Gill’s leership skills against Zimbabwe in 3rd T20I

With Avesh Khan collecting two vital wickets in Harare on Wednesday, July 10, India defeated Zimbabwe in third T20I of series. Following his outstanding performance, fast bowler Avesh Khan hailed Shubman Gill as a bowler's captain. Attaching his success to flexibility Gill allowed bowlers in laying fields and running plans, Avesh removed opener Wessly Mhevere and aggressive Brian Bennett.

India protected ir strong total of 182 runs by 23 runs. Though Zimbabwe's later half of its innings was difficult, India's early successes—mostly resulting from Avesh's efforts—guarded a comfortable win. When asked about his performance, Avesh said he was happy and complimented Shubman Gill for helping him to get wickets. Avesh Khan quoted after match: 

“Happy with my performance, I always try to have an impact for team. I have no preference on where to ball, I am rey to bowl at any phase. Shubman is a bowler’s captain, gives us freedom to set our fields and backs our plans. He is responsible for probably getting me 1-2 wickets today,” 

A sensational catch by Ravi Bishnoi at backward point allowed Avesh to bowl Brian Bennett out. With impressive fielding skills, Bishnoi sprang and caught a tracer bullet above his he. In expressing his appreciation for pivotal catch, Avesh recognised Bishnoi's extraordinary effort. Avesh Khan ded: 

“He is a good fielder, always takes catches like se, you would have seen it in IPL as well. He always wants to take such extraordinary catches,” 

Indian Cricket Team will be seen in action against Zimbabwe on Saturday, July 13, 2024. Shubman Gill-led side is leing series by 2-1, with 2 matches left to play.