Tim David Smiles as Varun Chakravarthy Bails Out in AUS vs IND 2nd T20I
During the second T20I at Melbourne Cricket Ground, Australia's powerful batter Tim David and India's leg-spinner Varun Chakravarthy shared a humorous moment. In the ninth over, as Chakravarthy came to bowl, David pulled away playfully. In response, Chakravarthy paused just before delivering the ball, amusing commentators and viewers alike.
India skipper Suryakumar Yadav handed the ball to Chakravarthy for his third over after Josh Inglis scored a single off the first ball. To increase pressure, Yadav positioned Tilak Varma at short leg against David, who had just arrived at the crease. The playful standoff unfolded as both players hesitated, creating a lighthearted scene.
David managed a single off the first delivery from Chakravarthy but was soon caught out on a return shot. Known for his six-hitting ability, David faced only two balls and scored just 1 run before dismissal.
- Varun Chakravarthy’s bowling figures: 4 overs, 23 runs, 2 wickets.
- Chakravarthy dismissed both Tim David and Travis Head.
- Australia still took a 1-0 lead in the five-match T20I series.
- Mitchell Marsh won the toss and sent India to bat first again.
"Playing a bit of mind game, David pulled away as the wrist-spinner came to bowl, and the latter followed it by backing off when he was just about to deliver the ball, sparking amusement among the commentators."
"David, a serial six-hitter, had to walk back for only 1 after facing only two deliveries."
Summary: A playful moment between Tim David and Varun Chakravarthy added humor to a tense T20I match, though Australia maintained their advantage in the series.
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