Ashwin’s Humorous Mankading Warning in TNPL 2024
Ravichandran Ashwin’s Humorous Mankading Warning in TNPL 2024
Ravichandran Ashwin, the renowned Indian off-spinner, found himself in a comical situation during a Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2024 match between the Nellai Royal Kings and the Dindigul Dragons. In a moment that left spectators and commentators in stitches, Ashwin received a warning for leaving the non-striker’s end too early, despite keeping his bat grounded until the last possible moment.
The incident occurred during the 15th over of the Dindigul Dragons’ innings. Bowler Mohan Prasath, in a light-hearted gesture, issued the warning to Ashwin, who had been known to be a vocal advocate for the legality of “mankading,” a method of dismissal where the bowler runs out the non-striker for backing up too far.
The incident sparked laughter among the commentators, who couldn’t resist poking fun at Ashwin’s strict adherence to the rules. Star Sports shared a video of the moment on social media, with a caption that translated to, “Ash Anna be like: Headmaster of the school you studied in!”
Ashwin’s stance on mankading has been a topic of debate since he dismissed Jos Buttler in this manner during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2019. While some argue that it is a fair and legal dismissal, others believe it goes against the spirit of the game.
Despite the controversy, Ashwin remains a staunch supporter of mankading, arguing that it is within the rules of cricket and helps to prevent non-strikers from taking unfair advantage. His actions and statements continue to highlight the importance of adhering to the laws of the game and the ongoing debate surrounding the ethics of mankading.