'Pehle maar raha hai, phir … ': Rishabh Pant's witty jibe at Mohammed Siraj after bouncer hits Shoaib Bashir
NEW DELHI: A light-hearted moment involving Indian vice-captain and wicketkeeper
Rishabh Pant
was picked up on the stump microphone during the second Test between India and England at Edgbaston in Birmingham.
The incident unfolded in the 90th over when
Mohammed Siraj
bowled a sharp bouncer to England's Shoaib Bashir, who was facing his very first delivery.
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The ball struck Bashir on the helmet, prompting immediate concern from Siraj, who quickly apologised to the tailender.
Pant, known for his witty remarks behind the stumps, couldn't resist adding a touch of humour to the situation.
'Pehle maar raha hai, phir bol raha hai' (First you're hitting him, then saying sorry), he was heard saying through the stump mic.
WATCH:
Siraj emerged as the standout performer in India's bowling attack, claiming a brilliant 6 for 70 in 19.3 overs as the visitors bowled England out for 407 in 89.3 overs on Day 3, taking a commanding 180-run lead.
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On a flat Edgbaston pitch, Siraj and Akash Deep — who chipped in with 4 for 88 — shared all 10 wickets between them, ensuring India secured a substantial advantage.
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