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  • ICC T20 WC: Bhajji Slams ICC After India Awarded 5 Penalty Runs in USA Clash | Cricket News

    During the India vs USA clash in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, India were awarded 5 penalty runs by the match umpire Paul Reiffel due to a slow over rate by the United States bowlers. India batted second after USA set a target of 111 to chase in 20 overs. During the Indian batting, Paul Reiffel was seen talking to the stand-in captain of the USA team and informing him that 5 runs will be awarded to India as a result of three overs not being bowled on time by the USA bowlers.

    Harbhajan Singh Lashes Out At ICC

    Former Indian cricketer Harbajan Singh lashed out at the ICC after India were awarded 5 penalty runs due to overs not being bowled on time by the USA bowlers. “I don’t understand why five runs were awarded to Team India. This went in their favor today, but it could go against them in a future game. The ICC is introducing new rules every now and then, and no one is even aware of them. There are other ways to control the flow of the game. Earlier, the over rate was calculated on the basis of the allotted time for one innings but now you have kept the time limit for one over. I don’t get it,” Harbhajan Singh said.

    Harbajan Singh feels that such rules should not exist and that the game of cricket should be kept simple. He believes that the ICC complicates things with such rules.

    Bhajji On The Dead Ball Rule

    Harbajan Singh also spoke up against the dead ball rule that came into much limelight during the South Africa vs Bangladesh match. “ICC should also talk about the dead ball rule. For me, Bangladesh should have got four runs but the rule didn’t allow that. The decision-makers should also look into that as Bangladesh would have won the contest and not South Africa had the former got four runs,” he added. In a game of fine margins, the dead ball rule resulted in Bangladesh losing the match after 4 runs were not given to Bangladesh after the ball deflected from the pads and went for four runs because the umpire had put up his finger to signal out.

  • Virat Kohli Records 1st-Ever Golden Duck In T20 World Cup, Saurabh Netravalkar Strikes Gold; Video Goes Viral – Watch | Cricket News

    In a shocking turn of events at the T20 World Cup 2024, cricket superstar Virat Kohli was dismissed for his first-ever golden duck in T20 World Cup history during India’s match against the USA on Wednesday. The unexpected dismissal, executed by former Indian cricketer Saurabh Netravalkar, now representing the USA, sent ripples through the cricketing world.


    A Moment of High Drama

    The Nassau County International Cricket Stadium was buzzing with anticipation as Kohli, known for his formidable presence at the crease, walked in to bat. However, the excitement turned into stunned silence as Netravalkar delivered a perfect full-length ball, angling across Kohli. The Indian batter, attempting to drive through the covers, edged the ball straight to wicketkeeper Andries Gous, marking a rare and significant moment in his illustrious career.

    For Kohli, this golden duck was a first in T20 World Cup matches and only his second in all T20 internationals. The sight of Kohli walking back without scoring was almost surreal, leaving his fans and the Indian team in disbelief.

    Rohit Sharma’s Reaction Says It All

    Standing at the other end, Indian captain Rohit Sharma’s expression mirrored the shock felt by fans worldwide. His disappointment was evident as he saw his teammate and one of the world’s best batters dismissed so cheaply. Unfortunately, Rohit himself could not steer India out of early trouble, falling for a mere 3 runs to the same bowler.

    Netravalkar, having a dream spell, had the Indian batting line-up on its toes. His delivery to Sharma, which resulted in a thick outside edge, was comfortably caught by Harmeet Singh inside the circle, compounding India’s woes.

    Arshdeep Singh’s Heroics

    Despite the early setbacks, India found a beacon of hope in left-arm seamer Arshdeep Singh. Delivering a career-best performance, Arshdeep’s figures of 4-9 were instrumental in restricting the USA to a modest total of 110-8. His efforts not only showcased his burgeoning talent but also placed him atop the record books for the best figures by an Indian in T20 World Cups, surpassing Ravichandran Ashwin’s 4-11 against Australia in 2014.

    Arshdeep’s spell was a masterclass in T20 bowling. He dismantled the USA’s top order with precision, claiming two wickets in the first over and setting the tone for the rest of the innings. His early breakthroughs left the USA reeling at 3-2, providing a much-needed morale boost to the Indian side.