India vs England Test: Prasidh Krishna Sets Unwanted Record Despite Key Wickets

First Test Match Highlights

The first Test match between India and England is currently taking place in Leeds. In this contest, Prasidh Krishna managed to secure three crucial wickets, dismissing notable players like Ollie Pope, Harry Brook, and Jamie Smith. However, despite his efforts, he has also set a rather embarrassing record. On the third day of the match, England concluded their first innings at a total of 465 runs. As the fourth day begins, India stands at 90 for 2, with KL Rahul scoring 43 runs and Shubman Gill contributing 6 runs.

Bowling Performance Overview

Jasprit Bumrah took the top three wickets for England, while Krishna, Siraj, and Shardul Thakur struggled to make an impact. Nevertheless, Krishna did manage to take the important wicket of Ollie Pope on the third day. He later dismissed Jamie Smith (40) and Harry Brook (99) at critical moments. However, the English batsmen capitalized on his deliveries, leading to a disappointing record for him.

Record-Breaking Bowling Figures

In the first innings, Prasidh Krishna bowled 20 overs, taking 3 wickets but conceding a significant number of runs, resulting in a poor economy rate. He gave away 128 runs at an economy of 6.40. Shardul Thakur also had a high economy rate of 6.33, allowing 38 runs, but the captain only utilized him for 6 overs.

Prasidh Krishna has now become the bowler with the most expensive spell in a single innings for India in Test cricket, having bowled at least 20 overs. Previously, this unwanted record belonged to Varun Aaron, who had an economy of 5.91 during a Test match in Adelaide in 2014. Krishna is the first Indian bowler to bowl a minimum of 20 overs in an innings while conceding more than 6 runs per over.