WATCH: Jitesh Sharma reminds MS Dhoni by running out Quinton de Kock on 90 in 2nd T20I | Read

In an exciting match at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, India produced a brilliant moment during the 2nd T20I when the wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma a sharp-tongued ms dhoni-like while running out quinton de kock Was out on 90. The moment came as South Africa were threatening to cruise towards another big total, and it became an instant highlight of the match, garnering huge reactions on social media.

Jitesh Sharma’s pace halts Quinton de Kock’s masterclass

India won the toss and elected to bowl, and De Kock put pressure on the game with his clean and impressive batting. But on the first ball of the 16th over, Varun Chakravarthy induced a rare mistake. Bowling a flat ball outside the off stump, he forced De Kock to play an under-edge which went towards the wicketkeeper. Thinking he had played it safe, De Kock momentarily stepped out of his crease.

This was the necessary time for Jitesh. Reminiscent of Dhoni at his peak, Jitesh took the ball cleanly and blasted the bails in one swift motion. De Kock’s attempt to return to the crease went in vain as the third umpire confirmed that he was out of the crease. The South African opener, who was heading towards a well-deserved century, had to be returned on 90, which received a standing ovation from the Mullanpur crowd.

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De Kock leads South Africa to huge total in Mullanpur

Despite the sadness of missing out on a century, de Kock’s innings was instrumental in helping South Africa reach a strong total (213/4), the first ever men’s international match at this venue. Their early aggression nullified India’s disciplined start, especially when Varun Chakraborty by reeza hendricks Was out during the powerplay.

De Kock regained stability and increased pace, captain aiden markram Forming an important partnership with. Their partnership laid the foundation for a score of over 200, before Chakraborty came back to break the alliance in the 12th over. After this India got a brief opportunity, De Kock and duvald brevis By getting him out quickly, he expressed the possibility of a comeback.

However, the momentum changed again when david miller And Tristan Stubbs In place, Ferreira launched a fierce attack in the final overs. The pair targeted India’s fast bowlers with brutal accuracy. Arshdeep Singh Had a particularly difficult day, bowling seven wides in a single over and struggling to regain rhythm. Jasprit Bumrahunusually expensive, conceded 45 runs in his four overs, further boosting the visitors’ final lead.

In contrast, Chakravarthy emerged as the key performer in India’s bowling. His composed and intense bowling not only yielded two wickets but also created pressure at crucial moments, which helped prevent another big score.

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