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MP Tigers’ bowler Pawan Negi delivered a ball that crashed directly into the stumps, but the bails refused to fall.
Bails inexplicably didn’t fall after ball hit stumps. (Source: X)
In the unpredictable world of cricket, where the game can flip in an instant, one moment left fans scratching their heads in disbelief. A jaw-dropping incident unfolded during a Big Cricket League (BCL) 2024 match between the MP Tigers and UP Brij Stars that went viral, sparking debates and discussions across the cricketing world.
The incident occurred when UP Brij Stars’ captain, Chirag Gandhi, was batting at a crucial 98 runs. As fate would have it, MP Tigers’ bowler Pawan Negi delivered a ball that crashed directly into the stumps, but the bails refused to fall. Instead of dislodging, the bails performed a strange, almost theatrical dance.
One bail perched itself awkwardly on top of a stump, while the other rested precariously across the other two stumps. This bizarre, freakish sequence of events saved Gandhi from being dismissed, allowing him to continue his innings and, ultimately, secure his century in the very next over.
Watch And Decide: Out Or Not Out?
The video, shared by Fancode on their official X (formerly Twitter) account, went viral, leaving cricket fans divided over whether the wicket should have been given. Was it an act of luck or an unusual quirk of the game? Regardless, the incident perfectly encapsulates cricket’s most captivating aspect: its inherent uncertainty.
While Gandhi’s extraordinary escape captured attention, it wasn’t enough to secure a win for his team. MP Tigers, batting first, posted an imposing total of 239 runs off just 120 balls. Their innings was powered by blistering knocks from Pawan Negi, who struck a rapid 87 off 38 balls, and Saket Sharma, who dazzled with a brilliant century off 52 balls.
In response, despite Gandhi’s valiant 101 runs off 58 balls, the UP Brij Stars fell short in their chase. The rest of the batting lineup failed to provide sufficient support, and the team was restricted to 168 runs in 20 overs. MP Tigers triumphed by a comprehensive 71-run margin, leaving UP Brij Stars with much to reflect on.
This match will not only be remembered for the MP Tigers’ impressive win but also for the strange and intriguing twist of fate that spared Chirag Gandhi at a critical moment.