England’s Shoaib Bashir Shines with Second Youngest Test Fifer

England's Shoaib Bashir Shines with Second Youngest Test Fifer

VoM News Desk | February 26, 2024 | 10:31 AM IST | Cricket, Sports | Follow on Google News

England’s Shoaib Bashir Shines with Second Youngest Test Fifer

England’s Shoaib Bashir Shines with Second Youngest Test Fifer

In a remarkable feat, England’s 20-year-old off-spinner Shoaib Bashir became the second youngest bowler to claim a five-wicket haul in Test cricket for the Three Lions. On the third day of the fourth Test against India, Bashir’s spell included dismissals of Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Rajat Patidar, Ravindra Jadeja, and Akash Deep. He bowled 44 overs, conceding 119 runs with eight maiden overs. Bashir’s achievement follows leg-spinner Rehan Ahmed, who recorded a similar feat at the age of 18 against Pakistan in 2022.

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Shoaib Bashir Shines with Second Youngest Test Fifer: India’s Second Innings and Target

Stumps on Day 3 saw India at 40/0, chasing 152 more runs for victory in the five-match series. Skipper Rohit Sharma (24) and Yashasvi Jaiswal (16) remained unbeaten. England was dismissed for 145 in their second innings, setting India a target of 191. Zak Crawley (60) and Jonny Bairstow (30) resisted, but India’s spin trio, led by Ravichandran Ashwin’s 5/51, ensured England fell short.

India’s Resilient First Innings

In the first innings, India posted 307 runs, with Yashasvi Jaiswal contributing 73. At 219/7, Dhruv Jurel (90) and Kuldeep Yadav (28) staged a remarkable eighth-wicket stand, rescuing India. Shoaib Bashir’s maiden five-wicket haul played a crucial role, complemented by Tom Hartley (3/68) and James Anderson (2/48).

Shoaib Bashir Shines with Second Youngest Test Fifer: Root’s Century for England

England chose to bat first, reaching 353, with Joe Root’s unbeaten 122, Ollie Robinson’s 58, and Ben Foakes’ 47. Ravindra Jadeja (4/67) and Akash Deep (3/83) starred with the ball for India.

Shoaib Bashir’s impressive performance adds a youthful spark to England’s bowling arsenal, making him a player to watch in future engagements.

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