Watch: Bangladesh fielding effort goes viral; netizens can't stop trolling

Cricket is a game known for its moments of brilliance and occasional oddities. On Day 3 of the second Test between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in Dhaka, viewers witnessed one such bizarre incident that left many scratching their heads.

Description of the Incident

In the 21st over of the second innings, with Prabath Jayasuriya at the crease, Bangladesh was tightening the screws on Sri Lanka. Having already lost six wickets, the pressure was mounting on the visitors. Hasan Mahmud, the bowler, delivered a length ball that Jayasuriya guided towards the gully.

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Analysis of the Incident

Instead of the usual one or two fielders giving chase, a total of five fielders were seen running after the ball. It was an unprecedented sight, raising eyebrows among spectators and commentators alike. This peculiar tactic was aimed at building pressure on Jayasuriya, who was already facing a daunting task against the Bangladeshi bowling attack.

After this bizarre incident, social media critics hilariously trolled the Bangladeshi fielders. Take a look at the troll:

R̶e̶a̶l̶ ̶l̶i̶f̶e̶ ̶i̶n̶c̶i̶d̶e̶n̶t̶ ̶i̶n̶s̶p̶i̶r̶i̶n̶g̶ ̶a̶ ̶m̶o̶v̶i̶e̶

Movie inspiring a real-life incident 🎥
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.#BANvSL #FanCode pic.twitter.com/1USI5EH9cV

— FanCode (@FanCode) April 1, 2024

Reminds me of lagaan movie initially , all the fielders running towards ropes to save boundary 😂

Bangladesh means entertainment. https://t.co/Pqf5XUddfp

— *Roe Joot 😎🇮🇳* (@ImGani22) April 1, 2024

5 players were running for the ball at the boundary. 😂💥pic.twitter.com/9M86Ntl5lT

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) April 1, 2024

Test Cricket ❌❌❌

Comedy Cricket 💯💯💯#BANvSL #BANvsSL #IPL2024#MIvsRR #RRvsMI #DCvCSK #DCvsCSKpic.twitter.com/7zWYuXiZID

— Khabri_Prasang (@Prasang_) April 1, 2024

Overview of the Match Situation

Sri Lanka had dominated the match so far, having taken a commanding lead of 531 runs in the first innings. With such a substantial advantage, they were in a prime position to clinch the series.

On the other hand, Bangladesh faced an uphill battle, especially considering their poor performance with the bat in the series thus far. Chasing over 450 runs was going to be a monumental task for them.

In the final Test against Bangladesh, visitors posted a massive 531 on Day 2 on Sunday, thanks to six batters getting past half-century marks. In response, Bangladesh reached 55/1 at stumps, trailing by 476 runs. Kamindu Mendis scored twin centuries in the first test that Sri Lanka won by a crushing 328 runs.

Bangladesh’s Bowling Performance

Despite the odds stacked against them, Bangladesh’s bowlers showed resilience and determination in the second innings. They managed to put up a commendable performance, restricting Sri Lanka’s scoring opportunities and taking crucial wickets.