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Former batsman Kevin Pietersen says India pacer Ishant Sharma is an “unsung hero”, whose “fabulous little spell” lifted dwelling workforce’s spirits on day two of the opening Test in opposition to England right here.
Ishant dismissed Jos Buttler and Jofra Archer in successive deliveries within the third session on Saturday after toiling exhausting wicketless for essentially the most a part of the primary two days of the opening Test.
“Fabulous little spell here from Ishant. And I say fabulous, as 170 overs in the field is like a prison sentence! He is also an unsung hero. He has been around for many a year in Indian cricket. As a fast bowler, it is highly commendable!” Pietersen wrote on his Twitter deal with.
Ishant’s two-wicket burst had decreased England to 525 for 8 earlier than they ended the day at 555 for eight.