VIDEO: Mitchell Starc Bowls An Absolute Jaffa To Dismiss Ben Stokes: On Day 1 of the ongoing fifth and final Test of the Men’s Ashes 2023, at Kia Oval, an exceptional moment unfolded. England Test captain, Ben Stokes, found himself dumbfounded by a delivery from Australian left-arm speedster Mitchell Starc. This happened during the afternoon session after Stokes had faced a little over a dozen deliveries.
Until then, England had been Bazballing their way through the Australian attack. They were striking at over five runs per over, despite the loss of four wickets. Stokes, who had just come in, was expected to steady the ship.
However, Starc, fresh off the lunch break, was bowling his second over of the spell. It was the 39th over of the English innings. The third delivery of the over turned out to be a game-changer. Starc unleashed an absolute jaffa that left the southpaw batter, Stokes, visibly astonished.
The ball was aimed at the middle stump, and Stokes expected it to come towards him at an angle from over the wicket. To his surprise, the ball swung beautifully away from him, catching him off guard. Stokes was left playing the wrong line as the ball went on to dismantle his off-stump.
This left Stokes absolutely squared up. He ended up playing a shot that did nothing to prevent his impending dismissal. For a few seconds, he stood his ground, unable to believe what had just transpired. The bewilderment was clearly evident on his face. Finally, he began his long, disappointed walk back to the team dressing room.
Interestingly, this dismissal marked the ninth time that Starc had managed to dismiss Stokes in Test match cricket. A fact that further highlights Starc’s ability to outfox Stokes on the big stage.
VIDEO: Mitchell Starc Bowls An Absolute Jaffa To Dismiss Ben Stokes
A special delivery by Mitchell Starc to dismiss Captain Ben Stokes! 😮💨🤌#Ashes #ENGvsAUS #Starc pic.twitter.com/mPP8h5qQuV
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This particular dismissal was a masterclass in fast bowling. Starc showcased his skill, precision, and understanding of the game. On the other hand, it was a blow for Stokes and England, who had hoped for a strong performance from their captain.
Day 1 of the final Test saw Starc’s sheer brilliance and Stokes’s moment of bewilderment. This remarkable event added another fascinating chapter to the rich history of the Ashes. As the Test continues, fans can only hope for more such breathtaking moments.
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