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Ajay Mandal Dismisses Shubman Gill for 1 in Punjab vs Chhattisgarh Clash
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🗓 18 Oct 2026, 02:32 PM
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All-rounder Ajay Mandal bowled India captain Shubman Gill for just one run in the inter‑state game between Punjab and Chhattisgarh.
The inter‑state cricket encounter between Punjab and Chhattisgarh saw a dramatic early breakthrough when Ajay Mandal, the medium‑pace bowler for Punjab, claimed the wicket of India's Test captain Shubman Gill. Gill, who opened the innings, was dismissed for a solitary run, ending his stay at the crease after just a few deliveries.
Mandal delivered a full‑length ball that pitched just outside off‑stump, prompting Gill to play a tentative drive. The ball slipped past his bat and was caught cleanly by the slip fielder, confirming the early wicket. The dismissal came in the first over of Punjab's innings, giving the home side a significant early advantage.
Team officials and spectators noted the impact of the wicket on the match dynamics, highlighting Mandal's disciplined line and length. While Gill will look to regroup in the upcoming fixtures, Punjab aims to capitalize on the early breakthrough to press for a decisive win.
Mandal delivered a full‑length ball that pitched just outside off‑stump, prompting Gill to play a tentative drive. The ball slipped past his bat and was caught cleanly by the slip fielder, confirming the early wicket. The dismissal came in the first over of Punjab's innings, giving the home side a significant early advantage.
Team officials and spectators noted the impact of the wicket on the match dynamics, highlighting Mandal's disciplined line and length. While Gill will look to regroup in the upcoming fixtures, Punjab aims to capitalize on the early breakthrough to press for a decisive win.