England team celebrates the run out of Ravindra Jadeja [x.com]
Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja faced an unexpected twist on Day 4 of the India vs. England 1st Test. In the 39th over, while contending with a full toss from Joe Root, Jadeja's attempt at a push to mid-on resulted in a quick single. However, the defining moment came when Ben Stokes, the English captain, showcased extraordinary athleticism.
As the ball made its way to mid-on, Stokes, stationed strategically in the field, demonstrated an unparalleled level of agility. Diving to collect the ball while appearing off balance, Stokes conjured up a throw at the non-striker's end that can only be described as superhuman. The ball found its mark, shattering the stumps, and Jadeja was run out for 2 runs.
Watch - Run out by Ben Stoke
For the first time in his illustrious Test career spanning 101 innings, Ravindra Jadeja faced the cruel fate of a run-out. Renowned as one of the fastest runners between the wickets, Jadeja's unexpected departure added a layer of complexity to India's innings, leaving them in a precarious position with the loss of their sixth wicket.
With the live score reflecting India at 123/7 and a target of 108 runs for victory against England.