Cricket fans are in awe after Ravichandran Ashwin produced a moment of pure genius on Day 5 of the 2nd Test, delivering a magical delivery that bamboozled England’s in-form star batter and sent shockwaves through the stadium! The dismissal — already going viral on social media — showcased Ashwin at his absolute best, turning the tide of the match and reigniting India’s hopes of a famous victory.
The drama unfolded when England looked settled at 72/1, with their premier batter confidently negotiating India’s attack on a wearing pitch. Enter Ashwin, who tossed up a flighted off-break from around the wicket, drawing the batter forward. The ball dipped sharply and turned viciously off the rough, sneaking through the gate between bat and pad before crashing into middle stump. The stunned batter stood frozen for a moment as Ashwin wheeled away in celebration, arms aloft and teammates swarming around him.
Commentators were left in disbelief, with Harsha Bhogle exclaiming, “That is a dream delivery!” while Nasser Hussain called it “one of the best balls you will ever see from a spinner in the fourth innings.” The viral clip of the dismissal has already amassed millions of views across platforms, with hashtags like #AshwinMagic and #BallOfTheMatch trending worldwide.
Experts pointed out the brilliance of Ashwin’s subtle variations in flight and pace, which completely deceived the batter. Former spinner Graeme Swann praised Ashwin’s mastery, saying, “He made the ball talk when India needed it most.”
Fans in the stands erupted into chants of “Ashwin! Ashwin!” as the Indian players sensed blood and piled on the pressure. The crucial breakthrough broke England’s budding partnership and shifted momentum firmly towards India, setting up a thrilling final session on a day already packed with twists and turns.
With the match hanging in the balance, Ashwin’s moment of magic could well go down as the defining moment of the 2nd Test — a spellbinding reminder of why he’s among the greatest spinners of the modern era.
Don’t miss the viral video of Ashwin’s unplayable delivery — it’s the kind of ball that makes cricket the beautiful game we all love!