The duel between Sarfaraz Khan and Avesh Khan was on display during Duleep Trophy 2024 clash between India A and India B at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The drama unfurled in the 18th over of the first ball of India B's second innings on Day 3. This particular moment showcased the intensity and excitement that the tournament has to offer.
Sarfaraz Khan's dismissal highlights the intensity of the match
Avesh Khan provided a crucial breakthrough for India A in the 18th over, dismissing Sarfaraz Khan. The Mumbai batter, struggling to find his rhythm, was caught by wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel. Sarfaraz, attempting to cut a ball with extra bounce, edged the delivery, which was close to him and limited his movement. Jurel took a brilliant catch, securing his fourth dismissal of the innings. Sarfaraz Khan's innings ended at 46 runs from 36 balls, including seven boundaries and one six. Following his dismissal, Avesh Khan and the 26-year-old batter engaged in an intense staring contest, reflecting the competitive spirit of the match.
Following his crucial wicket, Avesh Khan celebrated Sarfaraz Khan's dismissal with visible enthusiasm, expressing his satisfaction with the breakthrough. However, Sarfaraz Khan was clearly unhappy with the aggressive behavior displayed by the India A pacer. The two players engaged in an intense staring contest, reflecting the heated nature of the match.
Watch Sarfaraz Khan's dismissal here
Sarfaraz Khan's younger brother, Musheer Khan, played a crucial role in India B's first-innings total. His outstanding 181-run innings, combined with a 205-run partnership with Navdeep Saini (56), helped India B reach a formidable score of 321 runs against India A in Bengaluru.
India B Dominates Day 3 of Duleep Trophy Match
In response to India B's strong first-innings total, Shubman Gill's India A side struggled, being dismissed for 231 runs. Saini and Mukesh Kumar each took three wickets, putting India A on the back foot. Despite early wickets falling to Yashasvi Jaiswal and Abhimanyu Easwaran in the second innings, India B extended their lead. At the end of Day 3, India B's score was 150/6, with a comfortable 240-run lead over India A. Washington Sundar (6*) will resume play on Day 4 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Rishabh Pant's impressive 61-run innings, including 9 fours and 2 sixes, played a significant role in India B's strong position. With a 240-run lead and four wickets remaining, it will be intriguing to see how India B approaches Day 4 and whether they can secure a victory in the opening match of the Duleep Trophy 2024.
MORE ON SPORTS TAK:
'Pakistan Cricket Board is a circus': Ex-Pakistan pacer slams PCB ahead of England Test series
