PremiumIND vs AUS: Netizens unhappy after KL Rahul misses easy run-out, want Ishan Kishan behind stumps
Fans began to question why Rahul was keeping wickets despite having a dedicated wicketkeeper in Ishan Kishan being part of the game.
Last Updated: 03.35 PM, Sep 22, 2023
In the first ODI of the three-match series between India and Australia, netizens expressed dissatisfaction with stand-in captain KL Rahul's wicketkeeping abilities. The match taking place at the Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali saw India choose to field but show instances of subpar fielding, particularly from wicketkeeper KL Rahul.
What frustrated cricket enthusiasts was a pivotal moment in the 22nd over. Ravindra Jadeja bowled a flighted delivery towards the off-side, and Marnus Labuschagne directed it to the cover region. SKY, stationed at cover, made an attempt to partially stop the ball, causing confusion between the two batsmen.
Cameron Green hesitated and declined to take the single, while Labuschagne was already halfway down the pitch. SKY's throw was slightly off target, and Rahul had difficulty collecting the ball to execute the run-out of Labuschagne, who was significantly out of his crease.
Fans began to question why Rahul was keeping wickets despite having a dedicated wicketkeeper in Ishan Kishan being part of the game.
As for the clash, India after opting to field first has taken three wickets. Mohammed Shami has two to his name while Ravindra Jadeja has taken one. As of writing this article, after 28 overs, Australia scored 141 runs. The Aussies lost Mitchell Marsh (4), David Warner (52) and Steven Smith (41) in the course of the game.