Follow us

IND vs SL | Twitter feels for Rinku Singh’s unfortunate slip paving the way for Kusal Perera's half-ton

no image

BySportsCafe Desk, SportsCafe Editor

12415
no image

Sometimes, luck just isn't on your side and misfortune can add to the pressure on a player’s mind. This was the case for Rinku Singh in the second T20I between India and Sri Lanka where his unfortunate slip allowed Kusal Perera to capitalize on the moment and score a crucial half-century.

‌After a dominant victory in the previous match, India faced Sri Lanka in the second T20I at Kandy. Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav won the toss and chose to bowl first. The Indian bowlers made a strong start, with Arshdeep Singh dismissing Kusal Mendis in the fourth over. However, Kusal Perera and Pathum Nissanka formed a solid partnership, adding 54 runs and taking Sri Lanka to 77/1 in nine overs. Following Nissanka's dismissal, the focus shifted to Perera to continue the momentum. Furthermore, Perera reached his half-century, aided by a fielding mishap from Rinku Singh. 

 

On the third ball of the 14th over, Hardik Pandya delivered a back-of-a-length ball that Perera pulled towards deep backward square leg. Rinku ran in from his deep position, attempting a reverse cup catch. He was successful in grabbing the catch but unfortunately, he lost his balance and slipped, touching the boundary with the ball still in his hand. Disappointed, Rinku threw the ball back to the wicketkeeper while Perera showed signs of relief. The incident quickly caught the attention of social media, with fans and commentators discussing the moment on Twitter.

Bad day

Finally he dit it

Something happened

Solid performance

Three down

Bad day

Should promote

Not a good day

Well bowled

Finally

 

Comments

Leave a comment

0 Comments

read previousBPL | Twitter dazed as Nurul smashes 30 in last over to pull off impossible heist against stunned Barishal
The role of a finisher is one of the most unforgiving jobs in all of cricket, for they are the wins remembered for wins and blamed for losses. Nurul Hasan found himself in a similar situation in Sylhet on Thursday with the odds skewed massively against him, only to end up achieving the unfathomable.
IND-W vs SL-W | Twitter in splits as Chamari shifts into gully cricket mode with cheeky double-bounce deliveryread next
On a cricket field, unique and unexpected moments often lead to humorous situations, sometimes even creating confusion. One such instance occurred during the Women's Asia Cup Final between India and Sri Lanka where Chamari Athapaththu bowled a double-bounce delivery before appealing for a catch.

You may also like

no image
IND-W vs SL-W | Twitter in splits as Chamari shifts into gully cricket mode with cheeky double-bounce delivery
Sun, Jul 28, 2024 05:22 PM
no image
ENG vs WI | Twitter reacts to England’s valiant middle order keeping Windies at bay ahead of 'moving day'
Sat, Jul 27, 2024 11:39 PM
no image
‌SL vs IND | Pathirana's four-for in vain as all-round India earn maiden win under coach Gambhir
Sat, Jul 27, 2024 11:11 PM
no image
‌Dottin available for West Indies after reversing retirement 
Sat, Jul 27, 2024 10:39 PM
View non-AMP page