New Delhi: India's no.1 all-rounder and fielder Ravindra Jadeja pulled off a stunner on Day 3 to run out Will O'Rourke. O'Rourke was the last New Zealand batter and his wicket meant that the Kiwis were bundled out for 255 in the second innings. When did the incident occur? The incident happened on the 4th ball of the 70th over of New Zealand's innings. Glenn Phillips and Will O'Rourke tried to steal a couple of runs after the former hit Jadeja's short-pitched delivery towards deep cover. While it seemed that Phillips and O'Rourke would settle for a single, Washington Sundar was a bit late to react. Phillips and Will O'Rourke tried to outplay the Indian fielders and sneak in a couple of runs. Moreover, since the throw wasn't accurate from Sundar either, it seemed that O'Rourke would reach the non-striker's end without any trouble. Thala effect!! The Thala effect in Ravindra Jadeja's run out. 😄pic.twitter.com/tBoXdr27O6 — Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) October 26, 2024 However, Ravindra Jadeja who is known for on-field athleticism showed great awareness as he directed the ball towards the stump. The decision was referred to the third umpire and the replays showed that O'Rourke was just short of his crease when the bails went off. Jadeja's quick thinking and innovative way to run out O'Rourke earned him the comparison with his fellow CSK player Mahendra Singh Dhoni. MS Dhoni or Ravindra Jadeja? Here's how internet reacted: No look Only hit 🎯 Thala 🤝Thalapathy 🫂🥳 pic.twitter.com/MsaLuGcDAW — Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) October 26, 2024 Ravindra Jadeja In 2nd Test :- - Highest Run Scorer In First Inning - Took 3 Wickets And 1 Runout In 2nd Inning - Scored 42(84) In 2nd Inning. Tried His Best With Tailenders. And Some Kids Were Saying Drop Him 🤡. pic.twitter.com/B5Lr0dqES1 — Aufridi Chumtya (@ShuhidAufridi) October 26, 2024 The MS Dhoni's way runout by Ravindra Jadeja.💥 pic.twitter.com/H5OZQnPEFN — Santhosh Bby (@smiley_shanthos) October 26, 2024
