Mark Wood Shines as Gavaskar Criticizes Abhishek Sharma
Sanju Samson hits six on first ball, Mark Wood shines in England's win, while Gavaskar criticizes Abhishek Sharma's dismissal as a turning point in the match.
The third T20I between India and England was filled with excitement and controversy, as Sunil Gavaskar criticized Abhishek Sharma for his dismissal, while Sanju Samson made history with a six on the first ball of the fifth T20I, only to be dismissed by Mark Wood.
Gavaskar's criticism of Abhishek Sharma's dismissal was centered around the young player's reckless shot, which led to his caught out by Jofra Archer for 24 runs off 14 balls. Sharma had already hit two boundaries in the over, and Gavaskar felt that he threw away his wicket at a crucial moment in the match. This dismissal was seen as a turning point, as India lost its momentum in the run chase and ultimately lost the game.
On a more positive note, Sanju Samson made history by becoming the third Indian to hit a six on the first ball of a T20I match, joining Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal in this achievement. Samson's six came against Jofra Archer in the fifth T20I, and was a highlight of his 16-run innings. However, his innings was cut short by Mark Wood, who dismissed him and helped restrict India's score.
Despite Samson's low score, former India player Sanjay Manjrekar has defended the young player, stating that impactful players like Samson should be allowed to experience failures and unsuccessful phases in their careers. This defense comes as a positive note for Samson, who is still developing his skills and finding his place in the Indian team.
As the series between India and England comes to a close, players like Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson will look to learn from their experiences and improve their game. With critics like Sunil Gavaskar and defenders like Sanjay Manjrekar, the young players will have to navigate the challenges of international cricket and prove themselves on the field.
