Sai Kishore emerged as the standout performer among Gujarat Titans’ (GT) bowlers in Match 37 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Mullanpur on Sunday (April 21) The left-arm spinner scalped four wickets, playing a pivotal role in restricting PBKS to 142/10 in their allotted 20 overs. However, it was his teammate Noor Ahmed who grabbed the spotlight with his exceptional delivery to dismiss Liam Livingstone, one of PBKS’ key batters. Noor claimed two wickets in his four overs, and his dismissal of Livingstone was particularly noteworthy.

Noor Ahmed’s delivery deceives Liam Livingstone

In the crucial 11th over of the match, the tension was palpable as Livingstone faced the bowling prowess of Noor. Having conceded a boundary off the first ball, Noor was under pressure to deliver. With meticulous precision, he delivered a loopy googly that pitched on the middle stump line, leaving Livingstone perplexed.

Anticipating the turn, Livingstone attempted to maneuver the ball towards the leg side. However, Noor’s deception proved too much to handle as the delivery spun sharply, inducing an outside edge off Livingstone’s bat. The ball flew towards first slip, where Rahul Tewatia showcased his sharp reflexes, snatching the catch with precision.

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Harpreet Brar’s spirited knock lifts Punjab Kings amidst turmoil

The dismissal of Livingstone served as a catalyst for a downward spiral in Punjab’s batting confidence, triggering a series of quick dismissals. As the middle order grappled against the formidable trio of Gujarat’s spinners, Punjab’s innings unraveled swiftly, with the scoreboard reading a dismal 99/7 by the 16th over.

Yet, amidst the turmoil, Harpreet Brar emerged as a beacon of resilience for Punjab. With a spirited display of stroke-making, Brar injected a sense of fight into his team’s innings, smashing an impactful 29 runs off just 11 deliveries. His aggressive approach propelled Punjab to a competitive total of around 140, offering a glimmer of hope in the face of adversity.