Prasidh Krishna Registers Unwanted Record During Ind vs AUS 3rd T2OI

Krishna's tally of 68 runs conceded in a T20I match has now set a new record for the most runs given away by an Indian bowler in this format.

Prasidh Krishna in action.

During the third T20I between India and Australia at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, Indian pacer Prasidh Krishna faced a tough outing. In the crucial match for Australia, the 27-year-old right-arm medium pacer bore the brunt of the Australian batsmen, conceding 68 runs in his allotted four overs, etching his name in an unfortunate record. (Twitter)

Krishna's tally of 68 runs conceded in a T20I match has now set a new record for the most runs given away by an Indian bowler in this format. Previously, this unwanted record was held by Yuzvendra Chahal, who was hit for 64 runs in four overs by South African batsmen during a T20I match in Centurion on February 21, 2018. (Twitter)

The Indian team, batting first in the third T20I, showcased a commendable performance led by Ruturaj Gaikwad's maiden T20I century, amassing a total of 222 runs for the loss of three wickets. However, despite the impressive total, it wasn't enough in the end. Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell retaliated with a stellar 104 runs off 48 balls, ensuring victory for Matthew Wade & Co. (Twitter)

Throughout his innings, Maxwell showcased his dominance with a striking display of eight boundaries and an equal number of sixes. In the final over of the run chase, he took on Krishna aggressively, hitting him for consecutive boundaries - a six, followed by three fours on the last four deliveries of the 20th over. (Twitter)

Maxwell's exceptional performance in the crucial match earned him the Player of the Match award. However, despite this recognition, the star all-rounder, alongside Marcus Stoinis, Sean Abbott, and Josh Inglis, won't be present for the remaining two matches as they are travelling back to Australia. (Twitter)

In the match’s first innings, Glenn Maxwell, unexpectedly given the ball by captain Matthew Wade for the final over, conceded an astonishing thirty runs to India's innings. Ruturaj Gaikwad, seizing the opportunity, scored a six and a four off the first two deliveries, and Maxwell's no-ball added to the damage. Ultimately, this over concluded with a total of 30 runs conceded, enabling India to reach a formidable total of 222 for three. (Twitter)