In a thrilling display of athleticism and skill, India’s star spinner Ravi Bishnoi took a sensational catch to dismiss Brian Bennett, aiding India in their decisive victory over Zimbabwe in the third T20I on Wednesday. Bishnoi’s brilliance on the field was one of many highlights in a match that saw India outplay their opponents with both bat and ball.
Bishnoi’s Stunning Catch Turns the Tide
The pivotal moment came during the fourth over of Zimbabwe’s innings, bowled by Avesh Khan. Brian Bennett attempted a fierce cut shot at a length ball outside off, seemingly destined for the boundary. However, Bishnoi had other plans.
Leaping high at deep point, he executed a flawless two-handed catch, leaving Bennett stunned and eliciting a wry smile from the batsman. This catch marked Avesh Khan’s second wicket and further destabilised Zimbabwe’s chase, reducing them to 19/3.
India’s Top-Order Shines with the Bat
Earlier in the match, India showcased a commanding batting performance, amassing a total of 182 on a fresh pitch in Harare. Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Ruturaj Gaikwad were the standout performers, laying a solid foundation for India’s innings. Opting to bat first, India made several changes to their playing XI, introducing World Cup winners Jaiswal (36 off 27), Sanju Samson (12 not out off 7), and Shivam Dube while resting middle-order players Riyan Parag, Sai Sudharsan, and wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel.
Jaiswal, who missed the opportunity to play in India’s victorious T20 World Cup run, seized his chance with aggressive and confident stroke play. Gill, overcoming a string of low scores in the previous matches, smashed his first fifty as Indian captain, scoring a vital 66 off 49 balls. Gaikwad, known for his consistency, narrowly missed his second consecutive fifty, contributing a rapid 49 off 28 balls with a strike rate of 176.
India’s bowlers complemented the batting efforts with a disciplined performance, restricting Zimbabwe to 159 for 6 in their 183-run chase. The early breakthroughs, including Bishnoi’s exceptional catch, set the tone for India’s defense. Despite some resistance from the Zimbabwean batsmen, the Indian bowlers maintained their composure and control, ultimately securing a 23-run victory.
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