Harare (Zimbabwe) (Aryavarth): Following his side’s 13-run defeat against Zimbabwe in the 1st T20I, Indian spinner Ravi Bishnoi said that they lacked partnerships, which made the difference in the game.
Ravi Bishnoi displayed a stunning performance in the first inning after he picked up four wickets and gave up 13 runs in his four-over spell at an economy rate of 3.20.
Speaking after the match, Bishnoi said that if the Indian batters had made a 20-30 run stand while chasing, they could have won the match.
“We collapsed. The lack of partnerships made a difference. If we could have had 20–30 run partnerships, the story could be different,” Bishnoi said.
He added that it is their responsibility to become the flag bearers after the seniors gave them responsibility. He added that they are trying their best.
“The seniors handed the responsibility to us, and it is our responsibility to take the flag ahead; we are trying our best,” he added.
Recapping the match, Shubman Gill-led India won the match and decided to field against Zimbabwe.
Clive Madande (29* runs from 25 balls, 4 fours) and Dion Myers (23 runs from 22 balls, 2 fours) were the standout batters for the host in the first inning and helped Zimbabwe to power to 115/9. Brian Bennett (22 runs from 15 balls, 5 fours) and Wessly Madhevere (21 runs from 22 balls, 3 fours) also played a supporting role while batting.
Ravi Bishnoi led the Indian bowling attack after he bagged four wickets in his four-over spell. Washington Sundar also picked up two wickets in the inning.