Fifth test day between 2 England And India An unusual view has yet seen the striking scene, as every England player stepped on the fielding white headbands on the field. The gesture immediately attracted the attention of fans and audiences, spewing curiosity around symbolic performance during this important clash in the oval.
A heartfelt tribute to a cricketing great
The reason behind the gesture was later revealed as a late touching tribute. Graham ThorpeFormer England batsman, who represented his country in 100 tests and later served as an assistant coach, died tragically in last August after a long battle with anxiety and depression.
On Friday, it was marked as to what would be the 56th birthday of Thorpe, and their home ground with the match, being played in Surrey, the day was officially nominated as “a day for thorpe”. Fans and players joined the gesture equally, celebrating the life and career of one of the most respected cricket figures of England.
Headband to support mental health
The headbands designed in the style thorpe was a famous way during their game’s days, carrying forward their early and image. They were sold for each £ 5, in which mental health was to go to charity mind. The England squad donated headbands during his warm-up and entire game, which included many players. Root And injured captain Ben stokesVisually transferred by tribute. The two shared close ties with Thorp during their coaching tenure and were seen embracing the emotional moment.
England dominate India’s lower order
While the tribute created an atmosphere, the England bowlers did not waste any time to stamp their authority over the match. India, which resumed at 204 for six, was excluded for 224 within just 34 balls. Karun NairOffered some resistance from half a century of gritty century since last evening, Sai Sudhrasan And Washington beautiful,
However, Josh Tongu’s fiery magic was responsible for the major wickets including Ravindra Jadeja and Reformson, while Gas Atkinson made a strong comeback in the test side, claiming a brilliant five -wicket race. India’s tail offered very little resistance to the state of seaming, allowing England to wrap the fast innings under the bright oval sky.
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