• India bundled out England on 246 in first Test.

  • The famous bazball approach of the English batters seemed completely flopped.

Fans brutally troll England as ‘Bazball’ flops at Hyderabad – IND vs ENG, 1st Test
India vs England 2024 - 1st Test, Hyderabad (Image CC- Twitter)

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In the inaugural match of England’s ongoing tour to India, the spotlight firmly rose on the famed ‘bazball’ technique that had been a linchpin of the Englishmen’s success in red-ball campaigns. Anticipation ran high as fans and experts alike awaited a display of this unique approach. However, to everyone’s surprise, the unfolding events took a sharp turn as the Indian bowling attack executed a masterclass, thoroughly outclassing the visitors’ batting lineup.

The much-talked-about ‘bazball’ technique, expected to be the defining factor, turned out to be a flop show in the face of the relentless Indian bowlers. Their skilful and strategic onslaught neutralized the peculiar slant and firmly established their dominance on the cricket field.

England’s struggles with the willow

Batting first, England witnessed a strong performance, with Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett establishing a promising 55-run partnership for the opening wicket. However, the Indian spinners swiftly turned the tide, causing a sudden collapse as England found themselves at 60/3. Despite the setbacks, Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow managed to stabilize the innings, yet their departures disrupted any building momentum.

As England struggled at 155/7, Ben Stokes and debutant Tom Hartley showcased resilience, contributing a crucial 38-run partnership for the eighth wicket until Hartley’s dismissal at 23. Mark Wood offered commendable support to his captain but was eventually dismissed for 11. The skipper, exhibiting flair, played some exceptional shots, securing a well-deserved fifty before being bowled over at 70. Despite Stokes’ valiant effort, the Three Lions concluded their innings at 246, reflecting a mix of promising partnerships and challenging setbacks.

Twitter flurries with memes

As England grappled with an intensified struggle in their batting innings, the online realm of Twitter witnessed a surge of memes, with users mercilessly taking on the English side for the apparent faltering of their much-hyped Bazball technique. The platform became a virtual arena where cricket enthusiasts showcased their wit and humour, using memes to playfully critique the team’s performance.

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