5 memorable moments from the Australia-Bangladesh match that don't fade away
The Australian batsmen celebrate the win over BangladeshAfter anarrow defeatto New Zealand at the picturesque Dharamsala, Australia needed a victory to keep their chances intact in the ICC T20 World Cup 2016. Another loss here would have left them in fates hands as Steve Smiths side arrived at theChinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore.For Bangladesh, it was the same situation as they hadlost badlyto Pakistan at the Eden Gardens which meant that their net run-rate took ahit. However, the more worrying news was thesuspension of key bowlersin Taskin Ahmed and Arafat Sunny.To make matters worse, Tamim Iqbal mysteriously fell sick leaving a gaping hole at the top of the order. Skipper Mashrafe Mortaza put on a brave face and talisman Mustafizur Rahman was drafted in despite not being fully fit.Australia began well and picked up wickets regularly to put Bangladesh on the back foot, who recovered due to some late hitting from Mahmudullah. Usman Khawajas class overcame an admirable fightback from Mortazas team as the Aussies scraped together a three-wicket victory.There were several unforgettable moments throughout the match that dont fade away, quite like the Axe Signature line of body perfumes. Here are 5 moments which will remain in the fans' memories for a long time:
#1 Vagaries of T20Is catch up with Watson
Shane Watson is often ridiculed for his technical issues in Test cricket. But, in limited-overs, there are very few all-rounders who contribute as much to their team’s cause as the 34-year-old does to Australia.
Entrusted with the new-ball, the burly cricketer did not disappoint his captain as he picked up Soumya Sarkar in his second delivery. Returning in the final over the Power-Play, Watson dismissed the talented Sabbir Rahman. Those two early wickets caused a significant dent in the Bangladesh batting lineup.
Even though he started well in his second spell, the seasoned campaigner gave away 17 runs in his last over which ruined his figures.
Watson, the batsman had a mixed day as he failed to make a dropped catch count and was run-out courtesy a sharp throw from Sabbir. His tryst with both bat and ball showed that the format’s nature requires everyone to be constantly on their toes.