A mature half-century from Sanju Samson saw India post a respectable total of 167/6 in the fifth and final T20I against Zimbabwe, setting them on track for a fourth consecutive victory.
The hosts were rocked early by India’s pacers, with Mukesh Kumar taking two wickets within the first three overs. He could have added a third to his tally if not for the unforgivable error of overstepping.
Tadiwanashe Marumani was on strike midway through the fourth over when the right-arm quick steamed in from around the stumps.
The delivery pitched on a length and seamed in just enough to beat the gap between bat and pad, thumping into the off-stump. Mukesh was ecstatic, roaring and punching the air in delight at having delivered another big blow for the team.
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However, the celebrations came to an embarrassing halt when the bowler turned around to find the umpire with his arm extended, signaling a no-ball after receiving confirmation from upstairs. Twitter users were quick to express their varying emotions on social media.
