Young leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi emerged as a hero for India in a high-stakes Super Over against Afghanistan on a thrilling day of cricket at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The young leg-spinner was entrusted with the responsibility of bowling the second Super Over, a decision that came down to strategic considerations. Bishnoi, who had previously experienced the pressure of a double Super Over match, was chosen over Avesh Khan due to the batting lineup and field dimensions favoring his style of bowling.

With two right-handed batsmen at the crease and a longer boundary on the leg side, Bishnoi’s task was clear. His approach was to maintain a stump-to-stump line and deliver the ball back of a length, making it challenging for the batters to play aggressive shots off the front foot. He expressed satisfaction with the Afghan batters being forced to score off the backfoot, indicating his tactical acumen under pressure.

Speaking to the broadcasters, Bishnoi conveyed his excitement and the adrenaline rush he felt during the Super Over. Despite the high stakes, he relished the opportunity to represent his country and take on the challenge of defending in such a critical situation. His performance reflected not only his skill but also his mental fortitude.

“I was enjoying. The hearbeat was high. I have played a double super over match before. Me and Avesh both were asked to be ready but looking at the 2 right handers and a longer boundary in the leg side I was tasked with the job,” Ravi Bishnoi told the broadcasters.

Bishnoi’s focus wasn’t just limited to T20 cricket; he also looked forward to contributing in the Ranji Trophy, India’s premier first-class cricket tournament. He mentioned his intent to refine his leg breaks further, having already found some assistance in the longer format.

“My plan was to bowl stump to stump and back of a length so that it becomes hard for them to hit forward. I was happy in the batters scoring off the backfoot. I am enjoying playing for the country and defending in a Super Over. I am bowling well and delivering nicely. I will try to do better in the Ranji Trophy as well. I am trying to bowl leg breaks as well. I got some assistance in the Ranji Trophy as well bowling the leggie,” Bishnoi added.