Shreyas Iyer’s Bowling Masterclass
In a surprising turn of events, Shreyas Iyer, known primarily for his batting prowess, showcased his bowling skills in the Duleep Trophy. The India D captain delivered a golden ball, dismissing Mayank Agarwal and breaking a crucial 115-run partnership.
Golden Arm! 💪
Shreyas Iyer comes into the attack. Shreyas Iyer strikes first ball 👌
An excellent low catch off his own bowling, and he breaks the 115-run opening stand at the stroke of stumps. #DuleepTrophy | @IDFCFIRSTBank
Scorecard ▶️: https://t.co/m9YW0Hu10f pic.twitter.com/c1nXJsN8QM
— BCCI Domestic (@BCCIdomestic) September 13, 2024
A Crucial Breakthrough
Iyer’s dismissal came at a critical time, just as the day’s play was about to conclude. This breakthrough provided a much-needed boost for India D, who had been struggling to contain India A’s strong start.
Mixed Fortunes for Iyer
While Iyer’s bowling performance was impressive, his batting has been inconsistent in the Duleep Trophy. In the previous match, he contributed valuable runs, but in the match against India A, he was dismissed for a duck.
Shreyas Iyer batting by wearing Sunglasses 😎 pic.twitter.com/G8p9eBN1aQ
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) September 13, 2024
India D’s Struggles
Despite Iyer’s bowling heroics, India D has faced challenges in the tournament. Their batting has been fragile, and they have struggled to build solid partnerships. Khaleel Ahmed’s bowling has been a bright spot for India A, taking key wickets and putting pressure on the opposition.
Looking Ahead
As the Duleep Trophy progresses, Iyer will be eager to redeem himself with the bat and lead his team to victory. His ability to contribute in both batting and bowling makes him a valuable asset to India D, and his performance in the remaining matches will be closely watched.
