NEW DELHI: India’s middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer recently surprised fans and spectators alike during the Buchi Babu Tournament as his bowling action drew comparisons to his Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) teammate Sunil Narine.
The match between TNCA XI and Mumbai witnessed an intriguing decision by Mumbai’s captain Sarfaraz Khan on Tuesday.
As the day’s play neared its conclusion, Sarfaraz handed the ball to Iyer.
It was the 90th over of TNCA’s innings when Iyer gripped the ball behind his back and approached the bowling crease, mimicking Narine’s unique bowling action.
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The match between TNCA XI and Mumbai witnessed an intriguing decision by Mumbai’s captain Sarfaraz Khan on Tuesday.
As the day’s play neared its conclusion, Sarfaraz handed the ball to Iyer.
It was the 90th over of TNCA’s innings when Iyer gripped the ball behind his back and approached the bowling crease, mimicking Narine’s unique bowling action.
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While Iyer’s attempt at emulating Narine’s mystery spin did not yield the desired results, as he went wicketless and conceded seven runs, the rare sight of him bowling captivated the audience.
His unique style, reminiscent of his IPL teammate, instantly caught the eye of many fans, who were treated to an unexpected spectacle.
The Buchi Babu Tournament 2024 holds significance for Iyer and his Mumbai teammate, Suryakumar Yadav, as they eye a potential Test comeback for Team India.
Their performances in the Buchi Babu Tournament 2024 could potentially influence the selectors’ decisions and open doors for their return to the Indian Test team.