[Watch] Shubman Gill Departs Cheaply As Chris Woakes Bowls A Ripper
Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma [AP Photos]
In a crucial World Cup 2023 encounter, England's pacer, Chris Woakes, delivered a significant blow to the Indian team by dismissing Shubman Gill for just 9 runs from 13 balls. This wicket held immense importance for the English side, which had faced three consecutive losses leading up to this match. The 29th match of the tournament commenced with England striving for a strong start against India.
In the fourth over of the game, Chris Woakes provided the breakthrough, shattering the early partnership between Indian openers Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill. England made a remarkable comeback after India's explosive 18-run over. Woakes exhibited precision in his bowling, inducing movement in the ball that ultimately crashed into Shubman Gill's stumps.
Watch - Chris Woakes Rattles The Stump
Woakes displayed precision in his bowling, making the ball move deftly, ultimately finding its way to Gill's Stump. The ball, pitched up on a fullish length around off, nipped back, catching Gill in an attempt to drive it down the ground, leaving a gap between bat and pad. The ball found its way through that gap, leading to jubilation for Chris Woakes and a confidence boost for England.
England's decision to bowl first paid off as they secured early wickets, setting the tone for a promising start. At the time of this report, India had reached 27 for the loss of 1 wicket in 5 overs.
 "Rajgeeta")