Published 13:20 IST, February 9th 2023
IND vs AUS: KS Bharat 'shocks' Marnus Labuschagne with Dhoni-like electric stumping; WATCH
KS Bharat pulled off an electric stumping effort to dismiss Marnus Labuschagne on Day 1 of India vs Australia 1st Test match, reminding fans of MS Dhoni.
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Kona Srikar Bharat became a trend on social media among cricket fans after he pulled off an electric stumping effort to dismiss . 1 Test batsman in world, Marnus Labuschange. In 36th over of match, Jadeja shocked Labuschagne with a slower delivery after several quick deliveries. ball turned away after pitching and also pulled off dust.
While Labuschagne completely missed ball, KS Bharat was quick to collect it and remove bails in a flash. This was first dismissal at hands of Bharat in a match that he started. Bharat was handed his debut Test cap on Thursday but has previously substituted Wriddhiman Saha in one Test before.
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Watch: KS Bharat displays stumping masterclass, removes Marnus Labuschagne in a flash
Ravindra Jadeja removes two off two reducing Australia to 84/4
It is pertinent to mention that Bharat became a talking point for fans on social media, as y were reminded of legendary MS Dhoni on looking at debutant. Earlier in day, Mohammed Siraj started proceedings for India with Usman Khawaja’s wicket in second over, before Mohammed Shami dismantled David Warner’s stumps in next over.
Labuschagne’s dismissal reduced Australia to 84/3 before Jadeja grabbed ar wicket in very next ball. Matt Renshaw walked back to pavilion on a golden duck, reducing Australia to 84/4. This was Jadeja's first Test appearance after being absent from cricket field due to an injury for months. Here’s a look at few reactions to KS Bharat’s stumping.
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13:20 IST, February 9th 2023