Cricket-India build on big lead over Sri Lanka
By Rohith Nair
Mayank Agarwal Sport News
India build on big lead over Sri Lanka
BENGALURU, India : India were 61-1 in their second innings at tea on day two of the day-night test against Sri Lanka in Bengaluru on Sunday, building a lead of 204 runs.
"Beyond Understanding": Sunil Gavaskar On Sri Lanka Keeper Niroshan Dickwella Asking For DRS After Mayank Agarwal's Run Out
India opener Mayank Agarwal was run out in strange circumstances on Day 1 of the second Test against Sri Lanka at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. More than Mayank's mix-up with captain Rohit Sharma, it was Sri Lanka wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella's antics that added to the confusion of the events. Instead of taking the bails off at the first opportunity when Mayank was miles away from the crease, Dickwella insisted on taking a review. It was after he had made the 'T' gesture that he took the bails off to run Mayank out. Reacting to the turn of events, former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar said Dickwella's insistence on taking a review was "beyond understanding".
Watch: Confusion Reigns Supreme In Mayank Agarwal's Bizarre Run Out In India vs Sri Lanka 2nd Test
Mayank Agarwal's homecoming did not go according to plan as a big mix-up with captain Rohit Sharma ended his first Test match innings at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru for 4. Confusion reigned supreme in the fourth ball of the second over of the second and final Test match against Sri Lanka. Left-arm seamer Vishwa Fernando got the pink ball to nip back slightly. Mayank got himself in a bit of a tangle and the ball appeared to have hit his pad first. The Sri Lankans went up in a big appeal but the umpire did not seem convinced. While all this was happening, Mayank tried to sneak in a single without noticing that Praveen Jayawickrama, who was moving in from point to covers, had almost collected the ball. Rohit at the other end sent Mayank back but the right-hander had charged too far down the wicket. Jayawickrama just lobbed it back towards Sri Lanka keeper Niroshan Dickwella with Mayank having no chance to return to the crease on time.
"You Know Your Place Isn't Secured When...": Gautam Gambhir Unhappy With India Player Mayank Agarwal
Mayank Agarwal has been in and out of the Indian Test team since making his debut in 2018. The right-handed opening batter had another opportunity to prove his worth, especially in the absence of KL Rahul, who is currently out of the team due to a hamstring injury. In the ongoing first Test against Sri Lanka, Mayank opened the innings alongside skipper Rohit Sharma. Despite getting a good start, Mayank could only conjure 33 runs in the first innings.
IPL 2022: Punjab Kings Appoint Mayank Agarwal As Captain
Punjab Kings on Monday announced that Mayank Agarwal will assume the role of captain of the team for the 15th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022. Mayank has been an integral part of Punjab Kings since 2018. He has served as the squad's vice-captain and has also briefly captained the team last season. Mayank Agarwal, Captain, Punjab Kings said, "I have been at Punjab Kings since 2018 and I take a lot of pride in representing this fantastic unit. I am delighted to be given the opportunity to lead the team."
Ruturaj Gaikwad Ruled Out Of Sri Lanka T20Is, Mayank Agarwal Named As Replacement
Ruturaj Gaikwad has been ruled out of the ongoing T20I series against Sri Lanka due to due to an injury on his right wrist, said BCCI on Saturday. The right-handed opening batter who was not available for selection due to the same reason in the series opener in Lucknow, will head to the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru. "He had complained of pain in his right wrist joint ahead of the first T20I in Lucknow on Thursday and was examined by the BCCI Medical Team," BCCI said in a release. Mayank Agarwal has been drafted in as Ruturaj's replacement for the remaining two matches in Dharamsala.
India vs Sri Lanka: Mayank Agarwal drafted in as cover for Ruturaj Gaikwad
Ruturaj Gaikwad, who missed the first T20I in Lucknow on Thursday due to a wrist injury, has been ruled out of the series. Opener Mayank Agarwal, who had reached Chandigarh ahead of the Tests, has been asked to join as 'cover' in Dharamsala for the final two T20I games.