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Adam Zampa ‘Mankad’ run-out attempt fires up Big Bash League | Cricket News – Times of India

MELBOURNE: Australian spinner Adam Zampa admitted he "saw red a little bit" but insisted he was within his rights after attempting a controversial 'Mankad' run-out in the domestic Twenty20 Big Bash League.The Melbourne Stars' skipper tried to dismiss Melbourne Renegades' non-striker Tom Rogers on Tuesday night, annoyed that he was stepping too far out of his crease.Zampa stopped during his bowling run-up as Rogers left his ground, whipping off the bails.The umpire sent the decision for review and Rogers was ultimately adjudged not out as Zampa's arm had passed its highest point where he would reasonably be expected to release the ball.Sections of the near 40,000-strong Melbourne Cricket Ground crowd turned against their own skipper, booing him.Stars head coach David Hussey said the team...
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WATCH: Mitchell Starc threatens Theunis de Bruyn with ‘Mankad’ dismissal after batsman crosses the line | Cricket News – Times of India

MELBOURNE: Mitchell Starc threatened South Africa number three Theunis de Bruyn with a 'Mankad' dismissal on Thursday after the batsman wandered way outside his crease at the non-striker's end during the second Test in Melbourne.The run-out dismissal, named after former India all-rounder Vinoo Mankad, is legal but has long generated debate as to whether it is in the spirit of the game.On day four at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, as Australia wrapped up a thumping innings and 182-run victory, paceman Starc aborted a ball during his run-up after seeing De Bruyn leave his crease early."Just stay in your crease, it’s not that hard," Starc barked at him."The line's there for a reason, mate."If I was De Bruyn, I will keep doing itBecause it's practically impossible for a fast bowler to mankad...