Ashwin Gets a Taste of His Own Medicine: Mankad Warning Sends Social Media Into Frenzy

In a dramatic twist of fate, Indian cricket stalwart Ravichandran Ashwin found himself on the receiving end of a Mankad warning during a Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) match. The incident, involving Nellai Royal Kings bowler Mohan Prasath, has sent shockwaves through the cricketing world and ignited a fierce debate on social media.

Karma Bites Back: Ashwin Warned for Mankading Attempt

Known for his aggressive and often controversial approach to the game, Ashwin has been at the center of multiple Mankad dismissals in the past. However, in a surprising turn of events, the off-spinner was given a taste of his own medicine when Prasath issued a stern warning as Ashwin attempted to gain an unfair advantage at the non-striker’s end.

The incident occurred during a TNPL clash between Ashwin’s Dindigul Dragons and Nellai Royal Kings. As the veteran spinner prepared to take a quick single, Prasath, alert to the situation, halted his delivery stride and issued a warning to Ashwin to remain in his crease. The bowler’s swift action caught the batsman off guard and left the crowd stunned.

A Social Media Storm

The incident quickly went viral on social media, with fans and pundits alike weighing in on the matter. While some supported Prasath’s actions, arguing that it was a fair warning to prevent illegal movement, others criticized the bowler for not completing the Mankad dismissal.

Ashwin himself has been involved in several high-profile Mankad incidents, including the dismissals of Jos Buttler in the IPL and Marco Jansen in a Test match. The veteran spinner has often defended the controversial dismissal, stating that it is a legitimate mode of dismissal within the laws of the game.

However, the latest incident has put Ashwin in an uncomfortable position, with many questioning his stance on the Mankad. The debate surrounding the dismissal has once again intensified, highlighting the complexities and controversies surrounding the issue.

Dindigul Dragons Stumble

Beyond the Mankad drama, Dindigul Dragons endured a disappointing outing in the match, being bowled out for 136 runs. Opener Shivam Singh top-scored with a well-made 70, while Ashwin contributed a brief cameo of 15 runs before being run out.

The Dragons’ captain tried to make amends with the ball, picking up two wickets but it was too little too late as Nellai Royal Kings were comfortably placed in their chase. By the time of reporting, Nellai Royal Kings had reached 83 for 4 in 11 overs, needing 54 runs from the remaining 9 overs to secure victory.

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