In the 1st T20I between India and Australia, Josh Inglis played a standout innings, smashing a blistering 110 off 50 balls to power Australia to a formidable total of 208/3. Suryakumar Yadav, leading India for the first time, won the toss and chose to bowl. Despite some early success for India with the dismissals of Steve Smith and Matthew Short, Inglis took charge, forming a formidable partnership of 130 runs with Smith and equalling Aaron Finch’s record for the fastest T20I century by an Australian.
India faced a challenging target but mounted a strong comeback, fueled by a remarkable partnership between Suryakumar Yadav and Ishan Kishan. The duo put up 112 runs in just 60 balls for the third wicket. Although Kishan fell for a well-made 58 off 39 balls, Suryakumar continued to anchor the innings. With Tilak Varma contributing a quickfire 12, the stage was set for a thrilling conclusion.
In the final over, India needed seven runs to win. Rinku Singh, who had a flying start, hit the first ball for a crucial boundary. However, the game took an unexpected turn when Axar Patel was dismissed on the second ball. With one run needed off the last ball, Rinku Singh sealed the victory with a six, although Sean Abbott had overstepped, resulting in a no-ball. This made India’s win even more dramatic, securing a 1-0 lead in the five-match series.
Here’s the reason why Rinku Singh’s six was not counted
Rinku Singh’s impressive six, a result of a powerful half-volley on middle, became a non-entity in the scorebooks due to Sean Abbott’s overstepping. The delivery was declared a no-ball, nullifying the six runs that would have otherwise contributed to India’s score. Despite Singh’s effective shot, Abbott’s overstepping rendered the boundary inconsequential in the official statistics. Such instances highlight the fine margins in cricket, where a bowler’s foot fault can impact the outcome, turning a potential six into a mere reset for the next delivery. In this case, Singh’s big hit didn’t alter the score, but India’s victory remained secure.
Suryakumar Yadav’s exceptional innings of 80 off 42 balls played a crucial role in India’s successful run chase. The match witnessed India surpassing their own record for the highest successful T20I run chase, showcasing their resilience and ability to chase down challenging targets. The thrilling finish set the stage for an exciting series between the two cricketing powerhouses.
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