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Ravichandran Ashwin narrowly escaped being Mankaded during a Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) match. Bowler S. Mohan Prasath issued a warning to Ashwin, who has previously popularized the Mankading method.
Key Points:
· Ashwin was given a Mankading warning by S. Mohan Prasath during a TNPL match.
· Ashwin is known for using Mankading to dismiss Jos Buttler in IPL, which brought the strategy into discussion.
· The video of this incident has gone viral on social media.
Incident Details
Ravichandran Ashwin found himself on the brink of being Mankaded during a TNPL 2024 match between Dindigul Dragons and Nellai Royal Kings. Bowler S. Mohan Prasath warned Ashwin at the non-striker's end for leaving the crease early. The incident occurred in the first over of Dragons' innings when Prasath noticed Ashwin stepping out of the crease before the ball was delivered. Prasath halted his run-up and made a gesture indicating a throw towards the stumps, giving Ashwin a warning instead of completing the Mankading.
Why This is Interesting
This incident is particularly noteworthy because Ashwin is credited with bringing Mankading into the spotlight. He famously used this method to dismiss Jos Buttler during an IPL match, leading to widespread discussions about the tactic. Ashwin has issued several similar warnings to batsmen in the past, but this time he found himself on the receiving end. The video of this moment has been widely shared on social media.
Social Media Reaction
The moment has sparked reactions online, with many recalling Ashwin's previous encounters involving Mankading. The clip has been circulating with captions highlighting the irony of Ashwin almost becoming a victim of the strategy he popularized.
Ashwin's Current Status
Ashwin is currently participating in the Tamil Nadu Premier League and is not part of the ongoing Indian team’s limited-overs setup. Though he hasn't retired from T20 and ODI cricket, his return to these formats seems unlikely. However, he remains a regular in India's Test squad. The Indian team, under Gautam Gambhir's guidance, recently secured a 2-0 lead in a three-match T20 series against Sri Lanka.
Second T20 Match Recap
In the second T20 match against Sri Lanka, India won by seven wickets via the Duckworth-Lewis method in a rain-affected game. Yashasvi Jaiswal and captain Suryakumar Yadav starred with the bat, chasing down a target of 78 runs in 8 overs within 6.3 overs. India restricted Sri Lanka to 161/9 in 20 overs, setting the stage for a successful chase.
