In a crucial encounter between New Zealand and Bangladesh at the World Cup 2023, the game witnessed a pivotal moment when Matt Henry, the seasoned Kiwi seamer, struck a significant blow by dismissing the well-set Mushfiqur Rahim. Henry’s ability to deliver crucial breakthroughs has been evident throughout his career, and in this instance, he showcased his mastery with a brilliant delivery.
The delivery in question was a deceptive slower ball off-cutter, meticulously aimed at the off-stump. However, what made this delivery particularly challenging was its trajectory; it stayed exceptionally low after pitching. Mushfiqur, who was looking to set up for a pull shot, found himself in an unfortunate position. As he attempted the shot, the ball kept considerably lower than expected, leaving Mushfiqur in a vulnerable position.
Caught off guard, Mushfiqur missed the ball completely, and it crashed into the stumps. The impact was immediate and left Mushfiqur sprawled on the ground, a testament to the effectiveness of Henry’s delivery. This dismissal not only disrupted Mushfiqur’s fluent innings but also dealt a significant blow to Bangladesh’s batting lineup at a crucial juncture in the game.
Mushfiqur Rahim had been shaping up beautifully, displaying his prowess with six boundaries and two sixes during his innings of 66 runs off 75 balls.
