- Shreyas Iyer took a breathtaking catch to dismiss well-set Zak Crawley in the Vizag Test.
- Crawley departed after playing a decent 76-run knock.
The second Test between India and England in Vizag witnessed a thrilling moment on Day 2 when Shreyas Iyer took a breathtaking catch to dismiss the well-set Zak Crawley. This pivotal moment not only showcased Iyer’s exceptional fielding skills but also turned the momentum in India’s favour, providing a crucial breakthrough at a crucial juncture in the game.
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s heroics and tailenders’ struggle
The day began with India resuming their innings at 336/6, and Yashasvi Jaiswal continued his impressive form, eventually reaching his maiden double century. The remarkable achievement made him the third youngest Indian to achieve this feat in Test cricket. However, after Jaiswal’s dismissal at 209, the Indian tailenders struggled to contribute significantly, leading to India being bundled out for 296.
The English bowlers, led by James Anderson, Rehan Ahmed, and Shoaib Bashir, put up an impressive performance, each claiming three wickets, restricting India to a relatively modest total.
England’s strong start
In response to India’s total, England started confidently, with openers Crawley and Ben Duckett forging a 59-run partnership. Despite Duckett’s dismissal, Crawley continued his aggressive approach, posing a significant threat to India’s chances.
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Shreyas Iyer’s breathtaking catch
As England looked to build on their solid start, Crawley emerged as a key figure in their batting lineup. However, a moment of brilliance from Iyer turned the tables for India. Crawley, attempting an aggressive shot, toe-ended the delivery from Axar Patel. Sensing the opportunity, Iyer, positioned at backward point, sprinted backward and executed a perfectly judged, diving catch, ending Crawley’s fine innings of 76 and leaving everyone in awe of his athleticism.
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Crawley’s dismissal opens floodgates
The dismissal of Crawley proved to be a turning point, triggering a collapse in the English batting lineup. England found themselves six wickets down within 40 overs, and the momentum shifted firmly in India’s favour.
