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The Duleep Trophy, a prestigious domestic cricket tournament in India, witnessed an unusual spectacle on the second day of the match between India D and India A. Shreyas Iyer, the captain of India D, found himself in the spotlight for his unconventional fashion choice – sunglasses. The image of Iyer sporting shades while batting quickly went viral on social media, eliciting both amusement and criticism from fans.
Initially, some lauded Iyer's 'cool' look, appreciating his confidence and unique style. However, his performance on the field was anything but cool. After being dismissed for a duck in just 7 deliveries, the criticism began to flow. The fans, who had previously admired his daring, now questioned his judgment and the practicality of wearing sunglasses while batting.
But Iyer was not done yet. As the day progressed, he had a chance to redeem himself – not with the bat, but with the ball. In a bid to break through the resilient India A batting line-up, Iyer decided to bowl. With his sunglasses still firmly in place, he delivered the first ball of his over, which ended up being the last ball of the day, and it resulted in a crucial wicket. Mayank Agarwal, the India A captain, was caught off Iyer's bowling for 56, much to the delight of his team.
This dismissal proved to be a turning point in the match. India A, despite their initial dominance, lost their captain and were left reeling. It was a fitting end to a day that had started with so much attention focused on Iyer's sunglasses, and concluded with his contribution to the team's success. The incident serves as a reminder that in the unpredictable world of cricket, even seemingly insignificant details can have a significant impact on the outcome of the game.